At a panel promoting stricter governance over disinformation before the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Janja Lula da Silva, Brazil's first lady, audibly reacted to a noise, jokingly attributing it to Elon Musk's presence. Following this, she boldly asserted, "I'm not afraid of you," before swearing at the billionaire entrepreneur. Musk, known for his ownership of Tesla and the social media platform X, responded by sharing the moment on his platform, captioning it with laughter and comments regarding the political landscape in Brazil.
Brazil's First Lady Swears at Elon Musk Amid G20 Event Tensions
Brazil's First Lady Swears at Elon Musk Amid G20 Event Tensions
In a surprising exchange at a G20 summit event, Brazil’s first lady addressed Elon Musk with an expletive remark, igniting discussions on social media regulation.
The incident unfolded against the backdrop of Musk’s controversial ties with Brazilian politics, particularly with the former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro's legacy as a critic of the current left-leaning administration complicates Musk's standing in Brazil, further highlighted by the temporary ban X faced earlier this year for non-compliance with the country’s regulations against disinformation. This incident marks a notable friction point as G20 leaders gather to discuss global issues starting Monday.