Jimmy Kimmel Critiques Elon Musk's Trillionaire Status Amid SpaceX IPO

Kimmel's Take on Musk's Trillionaire Milestone

As Elon Musk celebrated becoming the world's first trillionaire by ringing the Nasdaq opening bell, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel had some sharp criticisms to share. During his monologue on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Kimmel expressed his concerns regarding SpaceX's stock market debut and its potential impact on the retirement savings of everyday Americans.

Kimmel remarked, "What makes that even more unsettling is that this man, our first trillionaire, the richest man in the world, is also one of the weirdest people we've ever seen on this planet." He characterized Musk as an "obscenely wealthy weirdo" who seems to benefit at the expense of others.

Immigration Remarks

In addition to his financial critiques, Kimmel also addressed Musk's immigration history, noting his relocation to the U.S. from South Africa in 1995. The host pointed out that Musk has reportedly paid minimal federal income taxes over the last three years, contrasting this with Musk's vocal support for stricter immigration policies. Kimmel quipped, "You know, for a guy who has been openly cheering immigrants getting kicked out of the country for stealing from us, sure seems like an immigrant who's been stealing from us to me."

A Landmark Day for Musk

The criticisms came on a significant day for Musk, as he rang the Nasdaq opening bell from SpaceX's headquarters in Starbase, Texas, marking the company's entry into the stock market. SpaceX shares debuted at $135 and quickly surged to $175, elevating the company's valuation beyond $2 trillion. This achievement made Musk the first individual in history to attain trillionaire status, as reported by various financial outlets.

Kimmel's Ongoing Critique

This isn't the first time Kimmel has taken aim at Musk. The late-night host has consistently criticized Musk, often labeling him a "narcissistic megalomaniac" during his segments.