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Elon Musk Makes A Shocking Claim That 150 Million Chickens Were Slaughtered By The Biden Administration As Egg Prices Soared
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Elon Musk has once again stirred the pot with a controversial statement that sent shockwaves across social media. During his latest online engagement, he declared that the Biden administration is responsible for the “slaughter of 150 million egg-laying chickens.” But why, you might wonder, would he make such a bold assertion?
The backdrop of Musk’s claim is the ongoing discussion about soaring egg prices, a topic that has dominated headlines recently and played a significant role in political debates. Prior to the election, the price of eggs reached around $4.25 a dozen, leading many to speculate that the issue could impact voting patterns, particularly in favor of Donald Trump. Now, egg prices have hit an all-time high this month, nearing $8.11.
With these rising prices, many in right-wing circles have pointed fingers at the Biden administration, asserting that the alleged slaughter of chickens under their watch is a direct cause of the soaring costs. Musk echoed this sentiment on his social media channels, stating that the accusations against the Biden government were “true,” thereby linking this supposed massacre to the ongoing inflation in egg prices.
As reported by Forbes, the term “slaughter” draws from a USDA policy intended to tackle the spread of highly pathogenic avian flu—an initiative that predates the current administration and is aimed at depopulating affected poultry.
In the past two years, there has indeed been a government-sanctioned cull of about 13 million chickens to combat the flu outbreak, which began in February 2022. Although these measures are related to the surge in egg prices, the chronology and reasoning behind them complicate Musk’s straightforward narrative.
Further complicating the situation, Musk’s own AI chatbot, Grok, has taken to correcting the misinformation in the comments of his posts. Many have pointed out that while Musk’s assertions fit into a more dramatic narrative, the reality is that decisions made before and during both the Biden and Trump administrations have led to the current outcomes.
As Musk continues to assert that the Biden administration’s policies are to blame for the chicken slaughter, political commentators and social media users alike are weighed into the debate. The reactions on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) are divided, reflecting a variety of opinions on this hot-button issue.
One user highlighted the ongoing impact of these policies, stating, “More daylight in awake hours,” which resonated with those contemplating time management in accordance with daylight savings, while others expressed confusion and a desire for clarity in setting time.
Musk’s controversial history with free speech has once again come into play as he navigates this charged political landscape. He previously advocated for open expression on his platforms, yet the swift reaction to internal dissent from former employees raises questions about accountability and the bounds of criticisms expressed online.
With the political climate growing increasingly complex, we can expect Musk’s statements to remain a topic of heated discussion, especially as consumers watch egg prices continue to soar without a clear resolution to the underlying challenges. In a landscape where every word has the potential to set off a national conversation, the repercussions of such declarations can be both swift and monumental.
