Elon Musk Gets Twitter Talking By Tweeting "Free America Now"

As we face the uncertainty of how long the current pandemic will be affecting our lives, many are utilizing their social media accounts to express how much they miss their former lives and friends and how much they fear for their health and economic well-being. And while many celebrities have aired their frustrations, several tweets from one in particular sent Twitter over the edge.

Last night, Elon Musk not only shared his support for the state of Texas' decision to lift their lockdown restrictions this week, he also fired off a "FREE AMERICA NOW," tweet that received instant criticism. Memes, GIFs and countless critical tweets sent his name to trend all day, with many even comparing him to President Trump. While Musk had seemingly downplayed the virus back in March, many were shocked to find someone with such a strong scientific background dismissing data completely.

 

Give people their freedom back! https://t.co/iG8OYGaVZ0

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 29, 2020

 

FREE AMERICA NOW

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 29, 2020

 

Many users were quick to point out how disappointed they were with Musk's tweets.

And in three short tweets I lost any remaining shred of respect for Elon Musk. pic.twitter.com/dAQr0ytdjP

— Heidi Thiemann (@heidi_teaman) April 29, 2020

 

Remember when we all thought Elon Musk was like a real-life Tony Stark? Tony Stark deserves better. pic.twitter.com/fwYWF1XUhk

— Kim Horcher (@kimscorcher) April 29, 2020

 

what a shame. ending the lockdown in america early will only put lives in danger and overflow our medical facilities even more. i used to think you had the greater good of humanity in mind. not your own financial gain. i suppose i should have known better.

— Anthony Padilla (@anthonypadilla) April 29, 2020

 

Musk's tweets happened to remind a lot of people of Trump.

AND just like that Elon Musk has gone full Trump, ladies and gentlemen. pic.twitter.com/eP4QP9s2TO

— 🍁Ellie🍁 (@CanalEliBernal) April 29, 2020

 

pic.twitter.com/OLgv3IGG6N

— GuillaumeTC (@GuillaumeTC) April 29, 2020

 

What the #COVID19 #coronavirus pandemic & 2020 have taught us about Elon Musk pic.twitter.com/K1wzQAMAG0

— Pooj (@poojsvarietyhr) April 29, 2020

 
An older tweet from Musk's account was shared to debunk his argument.

It's time to choose science, Elon Musk. pic.twitter.com/wkTSpT2pRU

— Matt 👀 (@Anxious_Matt) April 29, 2020

 

pic.twitter.com/7D1tsYBRV0

— Judge Anderson 🇨🇦 (@JudgeAnderson4) April 29, 2020

 
Some users weren't shocked at all by Musk's lockdown tweets.

Elon Musk is trending and this image is as relevant as ever. pic.twitter.com/QuJTS5TWMo

— Fives (@Fivesandalives) April 29, 2020

 

People realising Elon Musk is a selfish idiotMe: pic.twitter.com/59g9lAb4la

— Elora 🌙 (@Owakita_) April 29, 2020

 

Me whenever Elon Musk is trending pic.twitter.com/0Qei1usK5W

— Jarrod Garcia (@Jarrod_Garcia) April 29, 2020

 

Of course, many users were happy to agree with Musk.

FREE AMERICA NOW- here's your permission slip… The US Constitution. Elon Musk is right. pic.twitter.com/6VbyxfpMhi

— GrrrGraphics Cartoons (@GrrrGraphics) April 29, 2020

 

When the smartest man in the world is saying this, it is time to FREE AMERICA!

— Joey Saladino (@JoeySalads) April 29, 2020

 
And yet, some thought he might have actually been hacked.

Hacked maybe?

— Eli (@EliBurton_) April 29, 2020

 

Who hacked Elon Musk, tied him up and stuck him in the basement? https://t.co/MZ1ToiwYM4 pic.twitter.com/sXJghTZGnl

— Katie Jackson (@ka_tie_jay) April 29, 2020

 
However, one mystery does remain. Does Elon Musk actually live on Earth?

Elon musk don’t live on earth. he only comes down here to reup on his weed

— lil duval (@lilduval) April 29, 2020