Tech billionaire Elon Musk made a clear statement in support of the Second Amendment on Sunday, emphasizing its importance as a safeguard against tyranny.
Musk expressed his views via his social media platform, X, directly responding to ongoing discussions about gun control measures in the U.S., including comments made by Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia.
Musk’s post outlined a strong stance on the fundamental right to bear arms, stating, “The right to bear arms is there to protect free speech and stop a tyrannical government from taking your rights away! That’s why the first thing that all tyrants do is disarm the people, just like Chavez did when he was first elected. After that, no more real elections in Venezuela.”
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His message resonated strongly with conservatives and Second Amendment advocates, drawing praise from various quarters.
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“The right to bear arms is there to protect free speech and stop a tyrannical government from taking your rights away! That’s why the first thing that all tyrants do is disarm the people…” –@ElonMusk pic.twitter.com/IZF9bOZEiT
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The context of Musk’s comments emerged in response to an interview on NBC News with Senator Warnock, who was questioned by Kristen Welker about Kamala Harris’s stance on mandatory gun buyback programs.
Harris had previously shown support for such measures during her 2020 presidential campaign but has since distanced herself from firm commitments on mandatory buybacks.
The right to bear arms is there to protect free speech and stop a tyrannical government from taking your rights away!
That’s why the first thing that all tyrants do is disarm the people, just like Chavez did when he was first elected. After that, no more real elections in… https://t.co/p3Wrk2GMHr
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 8, 2024
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Senator Warnock highlighted the necessity of legislative action in Congress to address gun violence, referencing the Safer Communities Act passed two years ago, which he described as a modest but life-saving measure.
Despite these efforts, Warnock claims that more needs to be done in the wake of recent tragic events, such as the school shooting in Winder, Georgia, that claimed four lives.
Musk, who has previously declared his endorsement of former President Donald Trump for the upcoming election, reiterated his belief in the Second Amendment as a crucial check on governmental power.
I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery pic.twitter.com/ZdxkF63EqF
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 13, 2024
In a 2022 interview with CNBC, Musk explained, “I strongly believe that the right to bear arms is an important safeguard against potential tyranny of government. Historically, maintaining their power over the people is why those in power did not allow public ownership of guns.”
“I strongly believe that the right to bear arms is an important safeguard against potential tyranny of government. Historically, maintaining their power over the people is why those in power did not allow public ownership of guns,” Musk said https://t.co/mj1bOCYR0y.
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Amid these political discussions, Trump has expressed intentions to appoint Musk to lead a government efficiency commission if he wins the November election.
Trump announced this proposal during a speech at the Economic Club of New York, outlining his plan to conduct a comprehensive audit of the federal government to enhance efficiency.
Musk responded to Trump’s announcement with humility and a sense of duty, posting on X, “I look forward to serving America if the opportunity arises. No pay, no title, no recognition is needed.”
I look forward to serving America if the opportunity arises.
No pay, no title, no recognition is needed. https://t.co/5PSNtjBQn7
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 5, 2024
These developments come at a time when gun control remains a pivotal issue in American politics, with Musk and other figures highlighting the broader implications of Second Amendment rights in the context of national security and liberty.
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Thanks for the boost, Elon. Much needed and appreciated.
I am a single issue voter and the Second Amendment is it.
I’m not an NRA member and have never owned an AR anything but do own several hundred classic sporting arms and vintage international war surplus arms. I am a gun pro of 50 years standing.
Harris-Walz scares me more than Kennedy-Dodd did back in the day!
PLEASE VOTE! Swamp the swamp with votes.
In 1929 the Soviet Union established gun control. From 1929 to 1953, approximately 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
In 1911, Turkey established gun control. From 1915-1917, 1.5 million Armenians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
Germany established gun control in 1938 and from 1939 to 1945, 13 million Jews, gypsies, homosexuals, the mentally ill, and others, who were unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
China established gun control in 1935. From 1948 to 1952, 20 million political dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
Guatemala established gun control in 1964. From 1964 to 1981, 100,000 Mayan Indians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
Uganda established gun control in 1970. From 1971 to 1979, 300,000 Christians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
Cambodia established gun control in 1956. From 1975 to 1977, one million “educated” people, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
That places total victims who lost their lives because of gun control at approximately 56 million in the last century. Since we should learn from the mistakes of history, the next time someone talks in favor of gun control, find out which group of citizens they wish to have exterminated.
Go ahead Kommie Harris. Virtually everyone will tell you to shove your gun control up your ass.