Elon Musk Criticized for Linking Minnesota Assassination to 'Far Left'

Elon Musk sparked backlash after blaming the murder of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman on “the far left,” according to Benzinga. Preliminary evidence indicates the alleged shooter targeted Democrats and abortion rights advocates, groups critics often label as “far left.” Musk’s own AI bot Grok contradicted his claim, stating there’s no evidence the left is murderously violent and warning against oversimplified generalizations. The incident highlights the influence of high-profile figures like Musk in shaping public discourse and the growing role of AI in real-time fact-checking. Observers noted the irony of Musk’s own AI refuting his claim, fueling debate over AI’s role in moderating online content.