Since 2022, Vivian Jenna Wilson, Elon Musk’s estranged transgender daughter, has remained vocal about her discontent with her father and her experiences growing up under his care.
Her recent announcement to leave the United States, following Donald Trump’s election victory, underscores her discomfort with the country’s political climate and her strained relationship with Musk. Taking to Threads, Wilson shared her thoughts on Trump’s win, explaining how this new chapter in U.S. politics has intensified her desire to leave the country.
In a candid post on Wednesday (6), Wilson expressed, “I’ve thought this for a while, but yesterday confirmed it for me. I don’t see my future being in the United States.” Elaborating on her concerns, she added, “Even if he’s only in office for 4 years, even if the anti-trans regulations magically don’t happen, the people who willingly voted this in are not going anywhere anytime soon.”
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Wilson has been outspoken about her tumultuous relationship with her father, Elon Musk, whom she described as a “serial adulterer” and criticized for what she called “toxic” parenting.
During an interview with NBC, she recounted a particularly distressing childhood memory from a fourth-grade road trip. “We went on this road trip that I didn’t know was actually just an advertisement for one of the cars—I don’t remember which one—and he was constantly yelling at me viciously because my voice was too high,” she recalled. “It was cruel.”
The rift between Wilson and Musk has only deepened with her public transition and vocal support for social justice causes. Musk, who has been critical of “woke” ideology, reportedly had a hard time accepting her identity, often referring to her by her birth name, a practice known as “deadnaming,” which is considered disrespectful in the transgender community.
In a discussion with psychologist Jordan Peterson, Musk remarked on his estranged relationship with Wilson, saying, “I lost my son, essentially.… My son Xavier is dead, killed by the woke mind virus … so I vowed to destroy the woke mind virus after that.”
Wilson, who now advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and progressive values, has become an outspoken critic of Musk’s views. She described Musk’s opinions on wealth and social justice as polar opposites to her own, stating that he once called her a “full communist” who believed “anyone rich is evil.” For Wilson, these political and ideological differences go beyond just family disputes, contributing to a more profound alienation from her father.
Her statements come amid Musk’s broader campaign against “woke” ideologies and social justice movements, which he claims are detrimental to society. Frequently using his platform, Musk criticizes movements he views as embodying “woke” ideals, positioning himself as a staunch defender of free speech and traditional values.
Wilson’s decision to leave the U.S. highlights a growing divide in the country over issues related to gender, identity, and social justice. For her, Trump’s election only emphasizes this divide, reinforcing her belief that the U.S. may not be a welcoming place for those who, like her, represent marginalized communities.
Despite Musk’s tremendous wealth and influence as the world’s richest person, his relationship with his daughter remains strained, with Wilson attributing much of this distance to Musk’s views and actions.
As the political landscape in the U.S. continues to shift, Wilson’s departure reflects the broader struggles faced by transgender individuals and advocates of progressive ideologies in an increasingly polarized society. Her public comments and decision to leave signal her strong conviction in her beliefs and her desire to seek a place where she feels her identity and values are respected and supported.
