In an astonishing move that’s taking the media world by storm, Elon Musk reportedly spent $790 million to acquire ABC, the parent company of the network behind the popular daytime talk show The View. And the reason for this jaw-dropping decision? Musk allegedly pulled the trigger after actor Alec Baldwin called him “scum” during a heated exchange on the show earlier this week.
Sources close to Musk claim that the billionaire made the decision while casually sipping his morning coffee and scrolling through X (formerly Twitter, which Musk now owns). One insider humorously remarked, “Elon doesn’t just fire back on social media; he fires back with multi-million-dollar corporate moves.”
The drama started when Baldwin, appearing as a guest on The View, criticized Musk’s recent actions, particularly his handling of Twitter and Tesla. In his tirade, Baldwin accused Musk of “destroying Twitter” and “turning Teslas into expensive go-karts.” The remarks quickly gained traction online, with memes and debates popping up everywhere. However, no one could have predicted Musk’s response.
In typical Musk fashion, he didn’t settle for just a Twitter spat. Instead, he reportedly bought ABC outright. Musk took to social media to confirm the acquisition, posting: “I couldn’t pass up that opportunity. If you want to insult me, Alec, next time pick a platform other than mine. Oh wait, I own that one too.”
With the network now under his control, Musk didn’t waste time making waves. He allegedly ordered the cancellation of The View “with extreme prejudice” and is rumored to be planning a new show to replace it. Tentatively titled The Elon Hour, the new program would feature live rocket launches and segments on cryptocurrency trends, offering a stark contrast to the talk show’s usual political banter.
Reactions to Musk’s latest power move have been mixed. Longtime The View fans are upset by the show’s abrupt cancellation, while Musk’s supporters have lauded him for what many are calling the ultimate petty revenge. Baldwin, for his part, didn’t seem rattled by the billionaire’s actions and responded with a simple “Well played,” alongside a photo of himself enjoying a glass of wine.
While this latest Musk maneuver may not be his most outlandish, it’s certainly one that has everyone talking. And one thing is clear: Alec Baldwin might think twice before crossing paths with the tech mogul again.
