Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, caused a stir when he decided to sue the famous television show “The View” and veteran actress Whoopi Goldberg for defamation and false statements about her grandfather. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, seeks up to $80 million in damages.
According to sources familiar with the lawsuit, Musk claims that some of his statements on “The View” have seriously damaged his reputation. “You have spread completely false and misleading information about me,” Musk said in an official statement. “These allegations not only affect me personally, but also cause enormous damage to the companies I lead.”
In recent episodes, “The View” reportedly aired a series of comments about his grandfather’s personal life and business decisions that Musk described as “unfounded” and “irresponsible.” Musk’s legal team stressed that these comments exceeded the limits of free speech and had serious legal consequences.
Whoopi Goldberg, one of the main hosts of “The View,” has not yet commented publicly on the lawsuit. However, the show’s legal representatives have said they will vigorously fight Musk’s allegations. “We believe that all information presented on the show is based on public facts and is not intended to harm anyone,” said a spokesperson for “The View.”
Legal experts are watching the case closely, as it could set an important precedent for the boundaries between free speech and liability for misinformation. Some say Musk is using his financial power to deflect criticism, while others agree and argue that the media must take more responsibility for the content they broadcast.
Meanwhile, the lawsuit has sparked heated debates on social media. Many Musk fans have expressed their support and argue that he has the right to protect his reputation. On the other hand, some believe that this lawsuit is an attempt to control the media and restrict freedom of expression.
The further course of the proceedings is currently unclear, but this incident will certainly continue to attract the attention of the public and the media in the near future.
