Elon Musk Questions Microsoft CEO Over Posts on Charlie Kirk Assassination
Elon Musk on Friday raised questions for Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella after screenshots circulated online alleging that employees of Activision Blizzard mocked the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.
The screenshots, shared in a “mega thread” on X, claimed to show developers from Blizzard celebrating Kirk’s death. However, the authenticity of the posts and whether they were made by actual Microsoft employees has not been independently verified.
Musk, who owns X, tagged Nadella directly and demanded clarity, writing: “What’s going on here, @satyanadella?”
The Alleged Posts From Blizzard Staff
The thread circulating on X reportedly showed comments from individuals linked to Blizzard Entertainment, a gaming division owned by Microsoft.
According to the user who shared the screenshots, several employees allegedly “trashed” Charlie Kirk after news of his death broke.
The claims, however, remain unconfirmed. Neither Microsoft nor Activision Blizzard has issued an official statement addressing the allegations.
Musk’s Reaction on X
Elon Musk has been outspoken about issues surrounding speech, bias, and content moderation on X since acquiring the platform.
In this case, his direct callout to Microsoft’s CEO highlighted the seriousness with which he views the matter. By asking Nadella publicly, Musk amplified the controversy to his millions of followers.
His post sparked immediate debate online, with some demanding answers from Microsoft and others questioning the validity of the screenshots.
The Charlie Kirk Assassination
Charlie Kirk, 31, founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent conservative voice, was shot and killed on September 10 during an event at Utah Valley University.
Authorities said the shot was fired from an elevated position about 200 yards away, striking Kirk in the neck as he debated students. He later died in the hospital.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox condemned the incident as a politically motivated assassination, calling it a tragic attack on free speech.
The Shooter: Tyler Robinson
The suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson from Washington, Utah, was arrested after confessing to a family member. That confession led to his capture.
Robinson is registered as an unaffiliated voter and had not participated in the past two general elections, according to Utah voter records. He was also listed as an inactive voter who failed to respond to election notices.
He now faces charges including aggravated murder, with investigators still probing his motives and potential political leanings.
FAQs
What did Elon Musk say to Satya Nadella?
He tagged the Microsoft CEO on X, asking, “What’s going on here?” in response to alleged posts mocking Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
Were the posts confirmed to be from Microsoft employees?
No. The screenshots remain unverified, and neither Microsoft nor Activision Blizzard has confirmed their authenticity.
Who was Charlie Kirk?
Kirk was the founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative youth organization, and a prominent political commentator.
Who is Tyler Robinson?
Robinson is a 22-year-old Utah man accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk during a Utah Valley University event.
What was Robinson’s political affiliation?
According to voter records, he was registered as an unaffiliated and inactive voter who had not voted in the last two elections.
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