‘Insane’ Is Just the Start – Bill Gates Unloads on Elon Musk in Fiery Rant!

Bill Gates has taken aim at Elon Musk for what he calls the Tesla CEO’s meddling in foreign politics. In an interview with The Times, Gates criticized Musk’s increasingly vocal stance on political issues in countries like the UK and Germany, describing his actions as destabilizing.

“It’s really insane that he can destabilize the political situations in countries,” Gates remarked, signaling his concern over the billionaire’s influence.

Musk has made headlines in recent weeks for his controversial involvement in European politics. Earlier this month, he called for the resignation of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, accusing him of failing to address critical issues, including the handling of sexual assault cases during his tenure as chief prosecutor from 2008 to 2013.

Meanwhile, in Germany, Musk has drawn attention for his support of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. During a virtual appearance at an AfD campaign rally, Musk referred to the party as “the last spark of hope for this country” and praised its strict immigration policies. Germany is gearing up for national elections in February, and Musk’s comments have added fuel to an already heated political climate.

Gates, known for his philanthropy and focus on global health, believes that billionaires should avoid interfering in the political systems of other nations. “I think in the US, foreigners aren’t allowed to give money. Other countries maybe should adopt safeguards to make sure super-rich foreigners aren’t distorting their elections,” he told The Times.

Musk’s political influence has grown significantly in recent years, particularly following Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential victory. Reports suggest that Musk spent over $277 million backing Trump and other Republican candidates in the last election cycle. His close ties to Trump have also afforded him significant sway in policy discussions.

In addition to his financial backing, Musk has reportedly been involved in high-level discussions with world leaders alongside Trump. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is among those Musk has spoken with as part of these efforts.

Musk has also taken on a formal government role, leading Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a commission tasked with reducing bureaucracy and trimming regulatory frameworks. While this role focuses on domestic governance, Gates sees Musk’s political declarations abroad as far more concerning.

Critics have questioned whether Musk has financially supported foreign political parties, but no direct evidence has emerged. Recently, British politician Nigel Farage claimed Musk was considering making a donation to his right-wing Reform UK party.

For Gates, Musk’s outspoken approach to politics runs counter to what he believes is a more constructive use of influence. “I thought the rules of the game were you picked a finite number of things to spout about that you cared for, focused on a few critical things, rather than telling people who they should vote for,” Gates said.

He added, “If someone is super smart, and he is, they should think how they can help out. But this is populist stirring.”

This isn’t the first time Gates and Musk have clashed. The two have long disagreed on key issues, from climate change to the future of space exploration. Gates famously dismissed the idea of investing in space travel, a core focus of Musk’s company, SpaceX. “No, I’m not a Mars person. I know a lot of Mars people,” Gates told journalist Kara Swisher in 2021.

Instead, Gates has emphasized the importance of addressing issues closer to home, such as combating disease and poverty. “I don’t think rockets are the solution. But maybe I’m missing something there,” Gates said during the same interview, underscoring their fundamentally different worldviews.

For now, the divide between the two tech giants continues to grow, with Musk’s foray into global politics sparking fresh debates about the role of billionaires in shaping the world’s future.