Grimes Responds to Viral Video of Son X Æ A-Xii at White House
Grimes is voicing her frustration over the latest public appearance of her son, X Æ A-Xii, with his father, Elon Musk.
Following a viral video showing Musk bringing their 4-year-old son to a White House press conference with President Donald Trump, the musician took to social media to express her discontent.
Grimes’ Reaction
On February 11, Grimes responded to a fan on X (formerly Twitter) who praised her son for being “very polite” at the event.
“He should not be in public like this,” Grimes wrote. “I did not see this, thank u for alerting me. But I’m glad he was polite. Sigh.”
E! News has reached out to Musk’s representatives for comment but has yet to receive a response.
Legal Battle Over Parental Rights
Musk and Grimes, who split in 2022 after four years together, have been in a legal battle over custody since October 2023. The dispute involves their three children: X Æ A-Xii (4), Exa Dark Sideræl (3), and Techno Mechanicus (2).
Musk’s White House Appearance with Son X
Musk, a top adviser to Trump, attended the press conference to discuss the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), aimed at reducing the federal workforce. President Trump praised X, calling him a “high-IQ individual.”
Throughout the event, X displayed typical childhood behavior, occasionally speaking while Musk addressed reporters and even whispering to the president. At one point, Musk picked up his son and carried him on his shoulders.
“Sorry for this,” Musk said with a laugh. “I thought my son might enjoy this, but as he’s sticking his fingers in my ears and stuff, it’s been hard to hear sometimes. Hey! Stop that.”
Public and Political Reactions
The event sparked mixed reactions online. Some praised Musk for bringing his son along, while others criticized him for exposing a young child to the intense media spotlight.
Grimes’ comments added fuel to the debate, raising questions about parental boundaries and the exposure of children to public scrutiny.
Conclusion
With Musk and Grimes locked in a legal battle, this latest incident has only intensified the conversation around their co-parenting dynamics. As the dispute continues, the public remains divided on whether X Æ A-Xii’s presence at such events is appropriate.
