In a recent White House press briefing, tech mogul Elon Musk’s four-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii, affectionately known as X, became the unexpected center of attention. While Musk discussed a new executive order, X’s candid behavior, including a possible admonition to President Donald Trump, quickly became the talk of the internet.
Before delving into policy matters, President Trump introduced young X with high praise, stating, “This is X, and he’s a great guy. High IQ. High-IQ individual.” Unfazed by the formal setting, X engaged in typical childlike antics, including nose-picking and exploring the historic Resolute Desk.
The highlight of the event occurred when X appeared to address President Trump directly. While the exact words are unclear, online communities have been abuzz with interpretations.
Many believe the child told the President to “shush your mouth,” while others suggest he said, “You’re not the president… you need to go away.” These interpretations have led to widespread discussion and amusement across social media platforms.
The incident quickly went viral, with users sharing their takes on the interaction. One user tweeted, “OK I’m all about ‘calling out corruption’ but Elon Musk’s Son wiping his BOOGERS on the oval office desk, Trump giving him the side eye, and the little boy tells Trump to ‘shut up’ it’s just too much for me what the hell is happening!”
Another commented, “This may be the greatest video of all time to me!!! X gives Trump the business then wipes a booger on the desk.”
????????@elonmusk Brah OK I’m all about “calling out corruption” but Elon Musk’s Son wiping his BOOGERS ????on the oval office desk Trump giving him the side eye ????and the little boy tells Trump to “shut up” it’s just too much for me what the hell is happening???????????????????? pic.twitter.com/CErLEQkS5M
— Nocturnal News (@NocturnalUfo) February 12, 2025
Not all observers are convinced that X’s remarks were directed at President Trump. Some suggest that the child was addressing others in the room, such as reporters or White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
One user noted, “He wasn’t even looking at Trump, he was looking at the reporters. Not once did the kid look at Trump and tell him that.”
Throughout the briefing, Musk remained composed despite his son’s playful interruptions. At one point, as X placed his fingers in his father’s ears, Musk remarked with a laugh, “Sorry for this. Otherwise, I might enjoy this, but as he’s sticking his fingers in my ears and stuff.”
