In a move that has sent shockwaves through the media world, billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk is reportedly considering the acquisition of CNN in what he describes as a plan to “set things right” and restore the news network to its former glory. According to Musk, CNN has veered so far off course that the only logical solution is for him to step in and “fix it.” Musk’s ambitious plan to take over CNN is just the latest in a series of bold moves aimed at transforming industries he believes are broken—though this time, it’s not electric cars or space exploration, but the chaotic world of mainstream media.
“Honestly, our country will be in a better place once CNN is back on track,” Musk said in an interview with X (formerly Twitter). The comment quickly went viral, with fans applauding his self-appointed mission to rescue the news channel from what he termed “irrelevance and wokeness.”
The very idea of Musk, a man more famous for launching rockets and selling flamethrowers, suddenly diving into the media landscape might sound surreal—but surreal is Musk’s specialty. After all, this is the same person who bought Twitter (sorry, X), laid off half the staff, and then openly tweeted that it was “running better than ever.” A similar fate could await CNN, if Musk’s musings translate into action.
“I’ve fixed bigger messes,” Musk reportedly quipped when asked about CNN’s numerous controversies, which include allegations of biased reporting, political partisanship, and endless coverage of celebrity gossip. “Compared to landing a rocket on a floating platform in the middle of the ocean, turning CNN into something credible again will be a breeze.”
