AOC has lost it.
In a recent tirade, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the far-left Congresswoman from New York, took aim at Elon Musk, calling the world’s wealthiest man “stupid.” The 35-year-old Democrat, known for her controversial remarks, took to Instagram Live to share her opinion about Musk, claiming, “This guy is one of the most unintelligent billionaires I have ever witnessed.”
Ocasio-Cortez didn’t stop there, adding that Musk’s lack of intelligence and expertise made him dangerous, especially in his efforts to reform government spending, which she and her fellow liberals vehemently oppose. She criticized Musk’s initiatives and the work of his Department of Government Efficiency team, particularly after they were given access to the Treasury Department to audit government spending, a move that has rattled the left.
While Ocasio-Cortez is quick to attack Musk, it’s important to remember his accomplishments. Musk’s entrepreneurial journey began with Zip2, which he sold to launch PayPal, and from there, he revolutionized the electric vehicle industry with Tesla and the aerospace industry with SpaceX. His companies have achieved monumental success, with SpaceX developing the most advanced rocket in history, Starship, and Tesla leading the charge for sustainable transportation.
Many of Musk’s employees, engineers, and biographer Walter Isaacson have praised his genius, particularly in engineering and material science. Isaacson noted that Musk is not without flaws, acknowledging that his struggles with human emotions are well-documented. Nevertheless, it’s hard to deny Musk’s groundbreaking work in both space exploration and technology.
Ocasio-Cortez’s criticism of Musk, however, is rooted in her disdain for his efforts to challenge the status quo, including his attempts to reshape government agencies. Democrats have been especially hostile toward Musk’s push to streamline government and cut waste, citing his attempts to overhaul the U.S. Agency for International Development without congressional approval.
Her attempts to link Musk’s influence with Donald Trump have also backfired, with some accusing her of trying to stir division between the two. Critics, including conservative pundit Charlie Kirk, were quick to mock her, suggesting that calling Musk “unintelligent” was possibly her most foolish comment to date.
In the face of Ocasio-Cortez’s antics, Musk has continued to push boundaries with his ventures. While the left may attempt to discredit him, the fact remains that Elon Musk is one of the most innovative and influential figures in modern history, and his efforts to challenge government inefficiency and push for technological advancements are far from “stupid.”
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AOC calls Elon Musk the most unintelligent billionaire ever.
— Gary Wehunt (@gwehunt22) February 4, 2025
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