Donald Trump Wins: Why Elon Musk’s transgender daughter is unhappy with change of guard in the White House

The aftermath of Trump’s election victory has already sent ripples through political circles, but it’s also stirred up some serious family drama for none other than Elon Musk. Musk’s estranged daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, has made a bold announcement, saying that Trump’s return has pushed her to consider leaving the United States for good. Wilson, a transgender teen who has cut ties with her high-profile father in 2022, voiced her thoughts on Threads, writing, “I don’t see my future being in the United States.” She’s been critical of Musk’s stance on trans issues and public persona for years, and it seems Trump’s win has tipped the scale for her.

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Relationship between Vivian Jenna and Elon Musk

Vivian’s disdain for her father goes beyond just politics, touching on deep-seated personal grievances. Describing her childhood as “toxic,” Wilson has shared harrowing accounts of what she claims was Musk’s dismissive and often harsh behaviour. In a recent NBC interview, she recalled a particularly painful road trip incident where Musk, supposedly using the trip to promote one of his cars, criticised her voice for being “too high” and shouted at her. She even went so far as to label him a “serial adulterer,” shedding light on the kind of parent she remembers him being.

Elon Musk doesn’t consider Vivian as his own child

In another controversial turn, Musk has repeatedly named Wilson by referring to her with her birth name—a move seen as deeply disrespectful within the trans community. He’s also aired his grievances publicly, claiming Wilson’s shift toward progressive ideologies has led to their estrangement. During an interview with Jordan Peterson, Musk shared his belief that his daughter’s “woke” mindset had caused him to “lose [his] son,” and he vowed to eradicate the so-called “woke mind virus.” Musk has referred to Wilson as a “full communist” who allegedly views wealthy people as inherently evil.

Wilson’s declaration about leaving the U.S. in light of Trump’s election win isn’t just about her strained family ties; it’s a statement about the political climate in the U.S. and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community. She expressed concern that, regardless of the duration of Trump’s term, the support for anti-trans sentiment among his voters represents a lasting cultural shift that makes her feel unwelcome.

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As the world watches Trump and Musk’s actions on a larger stage, Wilson’s bold statement serves as a reminder of the personal toll these issues take on families—and as the latest twist in the Musk family saga, which is as complicated as it is high-profile.