Nick Jonas is facing backlash after a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), where he took part in a playful interaction with Elon Musk. The interaction, which appeared to be casual and lighthearted, quickly ignited controversy among Jonas’ fans. Many interpreted his response to Musk’s post as an endorsement of the billionaire, sparking a wave of criticism.
Here’s why Nick Jonas is facing backlash over his support of Elon Musk.
Nick Jonas faces backlash over his support of Elon Musk
Nick Jonas has stirred controversy after a recent interaction with Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter). The exchange began when Musk posted a GIF of Nick and Kevis Jonas turning a table, with the caption, “My, how the tables have turned!” This was in response to a claim from Tesla Owners Silicon Valley that Tesla’s profits had risen by 100% since Donald Trump’s election. Jonas responded by quoting Musk’s post and jokingly referencing the Jonas Brothers’ cover of “Year 3000.” He wrote, “Take us to the Year 3000.”
However, what seemed like a playful back-and-forth quickly sparked backlash from fans. Many social media users interpreted Jonas’ response as an endorsement of Musk. Critics flooded social media, with some questioning his choice to engage with the Tesla CEO, while others referenced past Jonas Brothers controversies, such as their 2013 breakup. One user wrote on X, “Rich people stanning rich people. The golden age of rich people doing whatever they want.” The fact that “Year 3000” was originally a song by British band Busted also fueled the criticism, as fans pointed out the song’s origins.
This controversy is not the first time Nick Jonas has been under scrutiny. Although he has typically kept his political views private, he has previously voiced support for Democratic President Joe Biden in 2020 and made headlines for protesting North Carolina’s controversial “bathroom bill” in 2016. Meanwhile, Musk remains a controversial figure due to his polarizing actions and political affiliations with figures like Donald Trump.
