Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has drawn renewed attention after publicly weighing in on discussions about Somali-American voters in Minnesota and immigration-related political strategy. The billionaire entrepreneur, a South African-born U.S. citizen who votes in Texas, has taken to social media to express strong views about the role of immigrant communities in U.S. elections — particularly those from East Africa.
Musk’s comments came in a series of posts and replies on his platform X, where he responded to claims about Democratic politicians and their relationships with Somali-American voters. In one notable exchange, he suggested that Minnesota’s Somali community was being engaged politically to expand a particular voting bloc, and he referenced similar patterns he perceives in other parts of the country.
“These arguments echo the long-debated idea that demographic changes influence political outcomes,” said political analyst Maria Chen. “Whether you agree or disagree, it illustrates how immigration and voting are increasingly central themes in U.S. political discourse.”
WATCH: Elon Musk is upset that Somalian Americans in Minnesota get to vote.
— Spencer Hakimian (@SpencerHakimian) December 10, 2025
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Context: Immigration and Minnesota Politics
Minnesota is home to the largest Somali-American population in the United States, with tens of thousands of Somali immigrants and Somali-Americans living primarily in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area. Community leaders and civil rights advocates have noted that the vast majority of Somali residents in the state are U.S. citizens, many of them naturalized, and they participate fully in civic life, including voting.
The state’s Somali community has previously supported candidates across the political spectrum, and leaders in Minneapolis and the state legislature have criticized inflammatory rhetoric or policies that single out Somali Americans.
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Political Reaction and Backlash
Some commentators on social media and in the press have framed Musk’s remarks as part of a broader critique of what they describe as “imported votes” or demographic shifts influencing elections. Critics argue that this rhetoric mirrors long-standing conspiracy theories about voter manipulation and demographic change, which have been widely debunked by historians and scholars.
Supporters of Musk contend that he is raising questions about electoral strategy and the interests of political parties in mobilizing voters — an issue that has existed in U.S. politics for decades.
Looking at the Broader Debate
The debate over immigration, voter demographics, and political influence is not isolated to Minnesota. Across the country, discussions about how immigrant communities engage in the political process have become more pronounced, particularly as younger generations reach voting age and immigrant representation increases in local and national offices.
“What’s unfolding is a larger conversation about how the United States — a nation built by immigrants — integrates diverse populations into its democratic framework,” said civic engagement expert Dr. Alicia Morales. “It’s important to separate inflammatory claims from the realities of how people participate in our electoral system.”
Elon Musk, a South African immigrant born in Africa who votes in Texas, is annoyed that Somali immigrants born in Africa get to vote in Minnesota.
— Mehdi Hasan (@mehdirhasan) December 10, 2025
There's only one thing he doesn't have in common with his fellow African immigrants in Minnesota. https://t.co/kWqCDf9Lnf
What to Know
Elon Musk’s public commentary on Somali-American voters reflects a broader national conversation about immigration, identity, and politics. While opinions vary widely, the key facts remain grounded in legal rights — U.S. citizens, regardless of origin, have the constitutional right to vote, and communities with high rates of citizenship continue to shape electoral outcomes across states.
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