Elon Musk stole the show the day before Trump’s second inauguration—but not in the way you’d think. Sure, he delivered a big speech about the future of America under Trump, and yes, it was filled with all the buzzwords about “significant changes” and “setting the foundation for centuries.” But let’s be honest: it wasn’t Elon’s words that had people talking. It was his toddler-aged son, X Æ A-Xii (because, of course, that’s his name), casually wandering onto the stage mid-speech like he owned the place. And frankly? He kind of did.
Imagine it: Musk, the richest man in the world, standing at the podium in his trademark awkward-genius style, talking about the bright future of America under Trump 2.0, while his kid—dressed like a mini tech mogul-in-training—smiles, waves, and basically turns the crowd into a puddle of “aww.” Forget the fireworks or the star-studded lineup of Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus, and yes, the Village People busting out Trump’s beloved anthem “Y.M.C.A.” No, no. The real star of the day was a toddler with a name that sounds like a Wi-Fi password.
“Little X just followed me on stage here!” Musk said, clearly unfazed by his pint-sized surprise guest. He even joked that his son was a “very enthusiastic supporter” of Trump. Now, whether Little X actually understands anything about politics is anyone’s guess, but hey, he’s already got better stage presence than most of Congress. Musk’s ease with the situation—and his decision to just roll with it—had social media buzzing faster than a Tesla in ludicrous mode.
One X user (yes, we’re still trying to get used to calling it that instead of Twitter) gushed, “I love [Elon Musk] normalizing the inclusion of children in high places. Lil X wasn’t a bother and actually enhanced the rally.” Another chimed in, “Normalize this. [Elon Musk] is the richest man in the world, yet consistently lives out his pro-child beliefs by bringing his own children into his daily work.” And honestly? They’re not wrong. Musk might have more money than most small countries, but at least he’s out there showing that kids aren’t accessories—they’re the future.
Of course, leave it to Musk to make a point even when he’s being upstaged by his own kid. During his speech, he leaned into the theme of change, saying, “We’re looking forward to making a lot of changes, and this victory is the start. What matters going forward is to actually make significant changes, cement those changes, and set the foundation for America to be strong for a century, for centuries, forever.” Classic Musk—thinking not in years but in centuries. It’s almost refreshing to hear someone who isn’t focused on what’s trending next week.
And let’s not forget the broader message Musk was sending here. By bringing Little X to the event, he was doing more than just letting his kid stretch his legs—he was reinforcing the idea that families, even those of tech billionaires, belong at the table when discussing the future of the country. It’s a sentiment that resonates, especially in a world where traditional values and the importance of raising children seem to be constantly under fire.
I love @elonmusk normalizing the inclusion of children in high places. Lil X wasn’t a bother and actually enhanced the rally.
Kids are the future of the country, they can come along to these events.pic.twitter.com/KnWiYBNpNP
— Chloe Cole ⭐️ (@ChoooCole) January 19, 2025
As for the critics? Well, you can bet there are plenty of them sneering about Musk’s unapologetic support for Trump and his decision to bring his child to a political rally. But the Musk camp isn’t worried. Actions, as they say, speak louder than words, and Musk’s actions—bringing his kid to a massive, high-profile event and championing a future-focused vision for America—are loud enough to drown out any snarky tweets from the Left.
It wasn’t just a rally or a pre-inauguration pep talk. It was a moment. A toddler with a galaxy-brain name casually standing on stage with the world’s richest man while America’s next chapter under Trump takes shape? Only in 2025.