Elon Musk, the billionaire tech mogul, just had a jaw-dropping moment live on Fox News.

 

 

And not in a good way.

 

In a recent appearance on “The Five,” Musk faced some surprisingly direct questions — and let’s just say, his answers raised more eyebrows than confidence.

 

While some expected a smooth and calculated performance, what they got instead was a baffling display of word salad and evasive responses.

 

It all started with Judge Jeanine throwing softball questions Musk’s way, echoing pro-Trump sentiments and conspiracy-tinged talking

points.

 

But then came Jessica Tarlov.

 

And she didn’t hold back.

 

She confronted Musk about billions in government contracts his companies receive while he simultaneously cuts funding to agencies

investigating those same companies.

 

 

Tesla and SpaceX have raked in over $18 billion in federal contracts in recent years.

 

At the same time, reports show that at least 11 federal agencies investigating Musk’s businesses have faced cuts or disruptions.

 

When Tarlov asked Musk how he explains this glaring conflict of interest to the American people, his answer was… well, strange.

 

He spoke about fear.

 

Yes — fear.

 

“Look fear straight in the eye and it will disappear,” he said, completely dodging the actual question.

 

Then came more rambling.

 

He insisted that Doge — referring to his leadership over certain agencies — was “the most transparent organization in government history.”

 

He claimed every action was posted online and that he welcomed criticism.

 

But critics were quick to point out that when you check the actual websites, they’re often missing key financial disclosures.

 

And his personal finances?

 

Still a mystery.

 

The New York Times reported Musk has over 32 open complaints against his businesses from multiple agencies.

 

Yet he’s advocating for transparency — while failing to practice it himself.

 

During the same interview, Musk shifted the topic to Wisconsin’s judicial election.

 

He argued that Democrats were trying to gerrymander the state, claiming the race could swing control of the House of Representatives.

 

But when Democrats won the race by 10%, Musk quickly changed his tone.

 

Suddenly, he claimed that losing had strategic value.

 

A classic case of moving the goalposts.

 

What he failed to mention?

 

He had poured nearly $20 million into Wisconsin to influence that very race.

 

All while suing the state to overturn a law that blocks Tesla from directly operating car dealerships there.

 

So was it about democracy — or self-interest?

 

Even more telling, Musk accused Democrats of “buying votes” with ice cream cones handed out on campuses.

 

Meanwhile, his million-dollar checks to candidates somehow weren’t an issue.

 

The hypocrisy didn’t go unnoticed.

Caroline Leavitt and others close to Trump defended Musk, saying he didn’t need to file financial disclosures like others in government.

 

But critics say that’s exactly the problem.

 

If Musk wants to play such a big role in American politics, shouldn’t the public know who’s paying — and getting paid?

 

His supporters say he’s cleaning up fraud and inefficiency.

 

His critics say he’s using his power to silence regulators, influence elections, and enrich himself.

 

Either way, one thing’s clear:

 

Elon Musk is no longer just a tech entrepreneur.

 

He’s a political force with deep pockets and an agenda that many are starting to question.

 

And judging by his Fox News appearance, even his allies might be wondering — what exactly is he trying to say?

 

For now, the mystery continues.

 

But one thing’s certain:

 

The spotlight on Elon Musk just got a lot hotter.

 

And America is watching.