
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Elon Musk, known for his unpredictable business moves, has stirred the pot once again. In response to speculation about MSNBC potentially being up for sale, the tech mogul took to social media Friday to ask a simple but provocative question: “How much does it cost?”
The Backstory: Comcast’s Media Shake-Up
Earlier in the week, Comcast announced plans to spin off several NBCUniversal properties into a new publicly traded company. This restructuring would include networks like MSNBC, CNBC, USA, Oxygen, and E!
The announcement quickly fueled online chatter, with figures like Donald Trump Jr. suggesting Musk could buy MSNBC, a left-leaning network often critical of both Musk and the MAGA movement. Trump Jr. tweeted, “Hey @elonmusk I have the funniest idea ever!!!” alongside a joke graphic implying MSNBC could be sold to the “best offer.”
Musk’s Playful Response
True to form, Musk didn’t shy away from the suggestion, responding, “How much does it cost?” The banter didn’t end there. Trump Jr. quipped back, “I mean it can’t be much. Look at the ratings.”
The exchange drew comparisons to Musk’s infamous 2017 reaction when social media users floated the idea of him buying Twitter. Five years later, he followed through—spending $44 billion to acquire the platform, now rebranded as X. Could MSNBC be another unexpected addition to Musk’s portfolio?
A History of Criticism
MSNBC has been a consistent critic of Musk, with prominent hosts like Rachel Maddow, Joe Scarborough, and Mika Brzezinski scrutinizing both his political affiliations and controversial actions since acquiring Twitter.
Musk, however, seemed unfazed, tweeting, “The most entertaining outcome, especially if ironic, is most likely.” It’s a sentiment that reflects his penchant for making headlines with unexpected moves.
Could Musk Really Buy MSNBC?
For now, Comcast has not indicated any intention to sell MSNBC to Musk or anyone else. But as history has shown, Musk has a knack for turning improbable suggestions into reality.
Whether this is merely playful banter or a hint of serious intent, one thing is clear: Musk knows how to keep the internet—and his critics—on their toes.
Would you tune in if Musk took the reins at MSNBC? Share your thoughts below!
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Looks like he wants to own everything.
So he could ruin another previously money-making business.
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love when a loser living in his moms basement critics a successful business person hahahahahahahah
successful business *cough* person … a/k/a industry plant . Elon ‘Only a carbon tax can solve climate change’ Musk.
Are you trying to say EM is a businessman? What kind of man names his kids thing like X Æ A-12 and Techno Mechanicus? I think businessperson stands. Or maybe businessIT.
you are very detached from reality if you think he ruined Twitter
russia ,russia,russia
cant wait to see him fire all the morons
MSDNC basically carries the propaganda for the Democrats
Not any more…!