This video breaks down the massive online backlash against Elon Musk after he made a controversial remark about Audrey Morris, a 19-year-old student originally from Los Angeles who was facing deportation from Denmark.
The tech billionaire and political adviser sparked outrage on X (formerly Twitter) when he responded to a post about Morris’s legal struggles, writing, "8 or above level hotness should get an exemption," followed by a laughing-crying emoji. The post, which has since been deleted, was quickly branded by social media users as "creepy" and "inappropriate," especially given that Morris only turned 19 in August 2024.
Inside the Controversy: The "Hotness" Comment: See the original post and the immediate "roast" from the internet, with many pointing out the age gap and the "creepy" nature of the remark.
Audrey Morris Speaks Out: Hear the 19-year-old’s reaction to the viral moment. In an interview with The Daily Beast, she admitted she was "floored" by Musk’s input and disappointed that he chose to focus on her appearance rather than her academic record or her life in Denmark.
The Deportation Case: A look at the administrative visa issues that put Morris at risk of being kicked out of the only country she has called home since age nine.
The Outcome: The latest update on her legal status—Morris was recently granted a 10-year residency permit, though her application for Danish citizenship was denied.
Whether you see it as a "joke gone wrong" or a sign of deeper issues, this incident has become one of the most talked-about social media scandals of the new year.
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