A recent White House press conference featuring President Donald Trump and Elon Musk took an unexpected turn when Musk’s young son, X Æ A-12, became the center of attention. The four-year-old’s playful antics during the event left social media users in stitches and sparked a wave of reactions online.
The press conference, held on February 11, was meant to highlight an executive order signed by Trump aimed at improving government efficiency. However, it was Musk’s son who ended up capturing everyone’s attention. As Musk answered questions from reporters, X could be seen making faces, interrupting his father, and even engaging in some cheeky behavior.
The moment that truly went viral occurred when X was spotted picking his nose and wiping his fingers on the Resolute Desk, a historic piece of furniture used by U.S. presidents. The sight of the young boy’s antics prompted a flurry of comments on social media, with many speculating about Trump’s reaction.
“Trump looks like he’s about to lose it as Musk’s kid wipes boogers on his desk,” one user wrote. Another added, “This is the kind of chaos I live for.” A third commented, “Elon’s kid is out here doing the most, and I’m here for it.”
The incident quickly became a trending topic, with users sharing their amusement and disbelief. “I never thought I’d see the day when the Resolute Desk became a booger canvas,” one person joked. Another quipped, “This is the most entertaining thing to happen in politics all year.”
Grimes, Musk’s former partner and the mother of X, later addressed the situation on social media. She expressed surprise that Musk had brought their son to the event, stating, “He shouldn’t be in public like this. I had no idea this was happening, but I’m glad he was polite. Sigh of relief.”
Musk and Grimes welcomed X in May 2020, and while their relationship ended in 2022, they continue to co-parent their children. In addition to X, the couple has two other children: a three-year-old daughter named Exa Dark Siderael and a two-year-old son named Techno Mechanicus.
While the press conference was intended to focus on serious policy matters, it’s clear that Musk’s son managed to steal the spotlight in his own unique way. Whether Trump was annoyed or amused remains unclear, but one thing is certain: this moment will be remembered for years to come.
