‘Let that sink in’ – Elon Musk revives infamous sink stunt in White House meme

Elon Musk’s infamous “sink moment” has re-emerged, this time with a satirical political twist. In 2022, Musk had walked into the headquarters of X (formerly Twitter) holding a sink shortly after acquiring the company for $44 billion. He captioned that post, “Let that sink in.” Now, Musk has revived this meme in an edited version where he’s pictured inside the White House, once again with the caption, “Let that sink in.”

Musk’s latest post is part of a series on the upcoming U.S. election, in which he has made no secret of his support for Donald Trump. Musk’s new White House meme, along with other posts, promotes Trump as a preferred candidate over Kamala Harris, who would become president if Biden steps aside or does not seek re-election.

Musk’s stance on political issues has often sparked debate, with many users quick to comment on his recent posts. One social media user reacted to the meme with “Would have been cool,” while another chimed in, calling Musk and Trump “Two legends saving America.” Some users, however, have mixed reactions, reflecting the divisive views around both Musk’s and Trump’s roles in American politics.

Back in 2022, after taking over X, Musk ran a poll to determine whether former President Trump’s banned account should be reinstated. With 51.8% of over 15 million voters supporting Trump’s return, Musk famously declared, “The people have spoken.” The ban had originally been put in place after the January 6 Capitol incident, when X’s previous management decided that Trump’s posts were inciting violence.

Musk’s financial contributions to pro-Trump campaigns have also made headlines. According to Reuters, he has contributed approximately $75 million over the past three months to a group supporting Trump’s re-election bid. The billionaire’s repeated endorsements highlight his political alignment as he continues to use his platform for election commentary.

Public response to Musk’s White House meme and his political posts reflects the polarizing impact of his influence. While some appreciate his openness and engagement with social issues, others remain critical of his alignment with controversial figures like Trump.