Elon Musk is no stranger to controversy, but his latest public appearance stirred up an unexpected reaction—not from the media, but from his ex-partner, Grimes. The tech billionaire recently attended a high-profile White House event with his four-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii, in tow, and the internet has been buzzing ever since.

While Musk has been deeply involved in his new political role, his decision to bring his young child into the mix has raised eyebrows, including those of the child’s mother. Grimes, who had no prior knowledge that her son would be making a public appearance at such an event, expressed her concerns publicly, sparking a heated debate about parenting, publicity, and politics.

Elon Musk and His Son’s Unscripted White House Appearance

Musk’s growing presence in the political world has been making waves. Recently, he was at the White House to witness President Donald Trump sign an executive order that expanded the authority of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an initiative aimed at reducing wasteful spending.

The event was supposed to be focused on policy, but attention quickly shifted when Musk’s four-year-old son was spotted hiding behind the Oval Office desk as his father answered questions from reporters. The child later climbed onto Musk’s shoulders, making for an unexpected and lighthearted moment in an otherwise serious setting.

Grimes Had No Idea Her Son Would Be There

As videos and images from the event spread across social media, one person took to Musk’s social media platform, X, to praise the child’s behavior. The comment read, “Lil X was very polite today! You raised him well. He was so cute when he told DJT, ‘please forgive me, I need to pee.’”

Grimes, seemingly unaware of her son’s attendance at the event, responded to the comment with concern. She wrote, “He should not be in public like this. I did not see this, thank u for alerting me. But I’m glad he was polite. Sigh.”

Her response made it clear that she was neither informed nor comfortable with her son being put in the public eye in such a political setting.

The Internet Divides Over Musk’s Parenting Decision

Musk’s decision to bring his son to a political event ignited a fierce debate. While some found the moment amusing, others criticized him for using the child as a PR stunt to humanize his image or distract from difficult policy questions.

One user wrote, “He is using his son as a prop. Trying to look like a family man when in reality, he barely spends time with his kids.”

Another suggested, “Bringing his child to the Oval Office isn’t about bonding—it’s about deflecting. Now everyone’s talking about X instead of Musk’s policies.”

Some defended Musk, arguing that he was simply being a father and that critics were overanalyzing the situation. A supporter wrote, “People are overreacting. He’s a dad bringing his kid to work. That’s it.”

The View Weighs In on the Controversy

The unexpected appearance of Musk’s son even became a topic of discussion on The View, where Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar had their own take on the situation.

Whoopi brought up the story, saying, “Yesterday, Elon Musk took his son X to a press conference.”

Behar, clearly puzzled by the name, interrupted, “X?” before jokingly adding, “I did not name the child, and I don’t want to hear any more mess about our names.”

The conversation then shifted to a humorous discussion about how Musk’s son’s name sounds eerily similar to the name of his social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter.

Grimes and Musk’s Complicated Co-Parenting Dynamic

Grimes and Musk share three children: four-year-old X Æ A-Xii, three-year-old Exa Dark Sideræl, and two-year-old Techno Mechanicus. Since their split in 2022, they have had a complex and often public co-parenting relationship.

Grimes has made efforts to separate herself from Musk’s actions, making it clear that she does not want to be held accountable for his behavior. When Musk came under fire earlier this year for making a controversial one-armed gesture that some interpreted as a Nazi salute during Trump’s inauguration, Grimes distanced herself from the situation.

She addressed the controversy by stating, “It’s absurd that someone can be this canceled for something their ex did before they even heard it happened. I am not him. I will not make a statement every time he does something. I can only send love back into a world that is hurting.”

Grimes Prioritizes Her Children Over Public Attention

Despite the media storm surrounding Musk, Grimes has made it clear that her focus remains on her children. She previously spoke out about how she avoids public feuds and sensationalism, stating, “To be clear, I could talk sh*t and be on a bunch of magazine covers and be a feminist hero and get clout—but it would serve no purpose. I choose my children’s well-being.”

This latest incident shows yet another contrast between the way Musk and Grimes navigate parenthood. While Musk appears comfortable integrating his children into his highly public lifestyle, Grimes is more protective, preferring to keep them out of the spotlight.

A Public or Private Childhood? The Debate Continues

Musk’s decision to bring his four-year-old son to a political event might seem harmless to some, but it raises important questions about parenting in the public eye. Should children be included in high-profile events like White House meetings? Or should they be shielded from the political and media attention that comes with having a famous parent?

Grimes’ reaction suggests that she believes in the latter. Whether Musk will take her concerns into account remains to be seen. However, one thing is certain—whenever Musk and his family make a public appearance, the internet will be watching and debating