Fox News’ ‘Oh Lord’ Hot Mic Moment Triggered By Mention Of Elon Musk [WATCH]

Fox News aired an unexpected hot mic moment early Wednesday morning, capturing a producer’s apparent reaction to Elon Musk’s growing political influence.

The incident occurred during a live segment, with host Bret Baier discussing the broader implications of former President Donald Trump’s projected win.

As Baier mentioned Musk’s involvement in shaping the Republican Party’s future, an unidentified voice could be heard muttering, “Oh Lord,” in response to Musk’s name.

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Baier’s commentary touched on the shifting identity of the Republican Party, stating, “You know, the question is, what the Republican Party looks like now. It’s a multiracial party, to your point, it’s working class, and maybe it’s the future. I mean, it’s Elon Musk. It is Joe Rogan and podcasts.” The live broadcast continued without further mention of the comment.

“Oh lord.”

Fox News mic picks up reaction to Elon Musk being called the ‘future’ of the GOP. pic.twitter.com/BPB1ryO18e

— Mediaite (@Mediaite) November 6, 2024

Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been a prominent Trump supporter in the 2024 campaign cycle.

He appeared at Trump’s October rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where he sported a “Make America Great Again” hat and warned attendees that this election could be “the last” if Trump did not win.

Musk also used his social media platform, X, to promote Trump’s campaign.

In a key post-election development, Trump has announced that Musk will lead a new commission tasked with auditing the federal government.

The specific functions and powers of the committee have yet to be detailed, though Trump has framed it as part of his effort to tackle what he calls the “deep state.”

The committee would reportedly work to root out entrenched bureaucrats whom Trump claims have used their positions to advance hidden agendas.

Trump has also indicated that he intends to support policies targeting federal whistleblowers, historically protected by law, and establish an independent body to monitor U.S. intelligence agencies. These proposals would likely face legal challenges.

Musk, one of the largest donors to GOP causes in this election, joined Trump’s watch party at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on Tuesday night.

Following Trump’s projected win, Tesla shares surged, potentially increasing Musk’s fortune by $15 billion. Tesla’s pre-market shares rose nearly 15% to $289.44, adding an estimated $113 billion to the company’s overall valuation, as reported by The Telegraph.

Musk holds a 12.8% stake in Tesla, meaning the market increase could significantly boost his net worth.

Trump praised Musk during a victory speech, calling him a “genius” and highlighting his technological achievements. “We have a new star, a star is born: Elon,” Trump said, referencing Musk’s contributions through SpaceX and the Starlink satellite service, which provided internet access in areas impacted by natural disasters like Hurricane Helene.

“He’s an amazing guy,” Trump added, calling Musk a “super genius” and “a character.”

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“We have a new star; a star is born, Elon.

He is an amazing guy.”

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— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) November 6, 2024

Investors and analysts have responded positively to the prospect of Trump’s win, with Wall Street futures rising as Trump’s victory appeared imminent.

Saxobank analyst Andrea Tueni told AFP that Tesla’s recent stock surge reflects investor optimism in Musk’s close ties with Trump. “Tesla shares are rising … due to his special ties with Donald Trump,” Tueni said, adding that Trump “owes him a lot.”

The analyst suggested that investors expect this relationship to yield positive results for Tesla.

Musk further highlighted his support for Trump by posting a photo on X from the watch party in Florida, capturing the two together.

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— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 7, 2024

Throughout the campaign, Musk contributed to Trump’s America PAC, a political action committee, which raised substantial funds for the campaign and held $1 million giveaways for registered voters in pivotal states.

With Trump’s likely return to office, Musk’s involvement in federal oversight and his high-profile support for the former president have positioned him as a significant figure in both political and economic circles.

As markets continue to respond to the election results, Musk’s role in the upcoming administration signals a potentially impactful alliance between the tech billionaire and the new administration.

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