Elon Musk has ended his partnership with former CNN anchor Don Lemon after a “tense” interview.
According to CNN, simply hours after Lemon carried out an interview final week with the billionaire for the premiere episode of his new digital present, Musk pulled the plug.
Don stated Musk didn’t like sure questions “from people like me.”
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Here’s What Don Lemon Said Happened To His Show
Lemon shared that Musk initially acknowledged he would again him and his distinctive views. But issues modified rapidly after their chat. The 58-year-old’s line of questioning was reportedly the explanation.
“Elon publicly encouraged me to join X with a new show, saying I would have his ‘full support,” Don stated.
In addition, the host shared that the Space X co-founder claimed he was “interested in working directly with diverse voices.”
Musk agreed to be his first visitor on ‘The Don Lemon Show,’ which is about to be launched Monday on social media platforms and YouTube. Additionally, Lemon plans to advertise the present on X regardless of the controversy.
The journalist described the interview as “respectful and wide-ranging.” Don Lemon added that there have been “no restrictions on the interview that [Elon] willingly agreed to.” But the sit-down didn’t pan out in line with plan.
Lemon Says Elon Isn’t a Free Speech Absolutist
Don acknowledged that Elon appeared captivated with creating platforms the place all residents can train their proper to free speech. However, that mindset, Lemon claims, could also be restricted to individuals who look a sure approach.
“His commitment to a global town square where all questions can be asked and all ideas can be shared seems not to include questions of him from people like me.”
Don took to Instagram on March 13 to problem Musk’s declare to be a “free speech absolutist.” For context, meaning he feels everybody ought to have the proper to precise themselves, whether or not you agree with the person or not.
“Throughout our conversation, I kept reiterating to him, although it was tense at times, I thought it was good for people to see our exchange,” Don stated.
He continued, “But apparently, free speech absolutism doesn’t apply when it comes to questions about him from people like me.”
A supply instructed CNN Elon is salty that Don inquired about his use of the drug ketamine, antisemitism, and his authorities safety clearance.
X Releases A Statement In Musk’s Defense
X, previously generally known as Twitter, defended its chairman and championed Don Lemon’s proper to unofficially share his content material on the platform.
“The ‘Don Lemon Show’ is welcome to publish its content on X, without censorship, as we believe in providing a platform for creators to scale their work and connect with new communities,” the assertion learn, per CNN. “However, like any enterprise, we reserve the right to make decisions about our business partnerships, and after careful consideration, X decided not to enter into a commercial partnership with the show.”
Show enterprise apart, Don Lemon lately got here up off of his former employer, CNN. After he was fired final yr, the community reportedly agreed to cough up main cash to settle Lemon’s contract. He was reportedly awarded $24.5 million.
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