Netizens are reacting to Grimes’ statement about her ex bringing their son with him to the Oval Office. The singer addressed the matter in response to a comment made by an X user.
On February 11, 2025, famous entrepreneur Elon Musk brought his and music star Grimes’ son, X Æ A-XII, with him to the Oval Office. They joined President Donald Trump for a media briefing to discuss the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). According to X Æ A-XII’s mom, she was unaware he would be making a public appearance and penned a widely discussed message on X about it.
Netizen comment about Elon Musk bringing his and Grimes’ son with him to the Oval Office, posted on February 12, 2025. | Source: X/@mommavestor
Photos shared online show Musk wearing a long black coat over a dark outfit. He accessorized with a “Make America Great Again” cap. His son, clad in a beige overcoat with a stylish navy blue ensemble underneath, stood beside him, exuding confidence with an expressive stance.
The young boy, wearing a gold chain, struck an animated pose, appearing to entertain both Musk and Trump, who was seated at the Resolute Desk in a dark suit and blue tie.
Elon Musk with his son X Æ A-XII standing next to President Donald Trump in the Oval Office in Washington, D.C. on February 11, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
In another image, Musk is seen speaking and gesturing with his hands while standing near Trump. His son, partially visible at the desk, peered curiously into the camera.
The setting, framed by the American flag and golden drapes, provided a striking backdrop to the meeting, which captured a mix of formality and lightheartedness.
Elon Musk speaking as X Æ A-XII and Donald Trump look on. | Source: Getty Images
Reacting to Musk and his son’s presence at the event, an X user penned, “Lil X was very polite today! You raised him well. He was so cute when he told DJT ‘please [sic] forgive me, I need to pee.’🥰.”
Upon seeing this message, Grimes revealed, “He should not be in public like this. I did not see this, thank u for alerting me. But I’m glad he was polite. Sigh.”
X Æ A-XII, Elon Musk, and Donald Trump. | Source: Getty Images
Social media users who saw the artist’s message took to comment sections to react, with most backing her. “No, he shouldn’t be. You need to get tough, girl. He’s your baby, not Elon’s pet,” asserted a netizen, while another chimed in with, “Every time I see him, I wish he was with you, and his siblings. He has a great spirit. But I am worried for his influences and safety.”
Another concerned user expressed, “Is there anything you can do? It is quite disturbing that he uses X in that way. Trump seems to be getting annoyed too, not good for the kid to be in the middle of all this chaos.”
Donald Trump looking at X Æ A-XII. | Source: Getty images
Even more people sided with Grimes, with yet another observer declaring, “She’s right!” “She’s absolutely right, he’s a child, not a prop!!” reiterated a Facebooker. Adding to the consensus, a commenter wrote, “I’m actually with her on this one lol.”
Praising Grimes’ efforts to protect her child’s privacy, a supporter commended, “Yes mommy, take control of your baby!” Meanwhile, an unsurprised netizen stated, “Was expecting something like this!”
Elon Musk arriving with his son for a meeting with members of the U.S. Congress in Washington, D.C. on December 5, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
Seemingly sheltering Grimes from any critics, someone else defended, “She’s protecting her child. The child doesn’t need to be made a part of the spectacle that’s going on!”
Such comments juxtapose others made by the public when they first saw Musk and Grimes’ son in the Oval Office with his dad. Many swooned over how adorable X Æ A-Xii, known as X, is.
