Elon Musk faced online mockery after a ‘top secret’ message on his notepad was spotted during a Trump meeting.
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has once again found himself at the center of attention.
This time, it was during a cabinet meeting where he was spotted with a notepad that had a humorous message.
The meeting was publicly broadcast, and viewers couldn’t help but notice Musk’s “top secret” note.
Elon Musk ridiculed over hidden message on notepad spotted during Trump cabinet meeting appearance
During a recent cabinet meeting, Musk sat among senior officials, including President Trump.
As the cameras rolled, his notepad was clearly visible, showing the words “top secret” written in bold letters.
This caught the eyes of many viewers, especially in light of recent concerns about national security.
The meeting took place amid discussions about sensitive topics, making Musk’s message seem even more out of place.
Social media lit up with reactions, as people questioned the seriousness of the situation.
Given the context, it was easy to see why his note became a talking point.
Background on national security concerns
Just before this cabinet meeting, there were significant discussions about a national security breach.
In March, a journalist was accidentally added to a top-secret chat discussing military strategies.
This incident raised alarms about how secure communications are handled among government officials.
Musk intended to mock conspiracy theories about him.
Musk later clarified that his “top secret” note was not serious. He appeared to be poking fun at conspiracy theories about him.
Recently, a New York Times article claimed Musk would be briefed on classified military plans in case of a conflict with China.
This report was denied by various officials, including Musk himself.
By writing “top secret” on his notepad, Musk seemed to be mocking the media and the wild stories surrounding him.
His supporters found the stunt entertaining, appreciating his ability to troll the press. They viewed it as a clever way to respond to unfounded rumors.
Public reactions to Musk’s notepad
One user said: I don’t understand the hatred towards Elon and I don’t see it bothering the great guy at all.
The second user added: This guy is so funny
The third user said: But he isnt part of the cabinet, lol.
The fourth user wrote: This whole administration is a joke
Another user said: Making a mockery of our Executive Branch is the ultimate form of disrespect of our country
Someone added: Love the way Trump and Elon troll the media and Dems, and they fall for it every time!