Former White House strategist Steve Bannon has launched a scathing attack on tech billionaire Elon Musk, branding him “evil” and a “techno-feudalist” bent on remaking humanity with brain chips.
What’s Behind the Feud
Bannon’s criticism centers on Musk’s Neuralink project, which has recently implanted its first wireless interface in a human subject. According to Bannon, this technology amounts to “satanism with a brain chip.” He believes that by seeking to implant computer chips in people’s brains, Musk is attempting to disrupt humanity itself.
Neuralink’s Progress
Neuralink has made significant progress, having won U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance last year. The company has reported that early patients can move a computer cursor by thought alone, a milestone Musk argues will help paralyzed people and eventually “merge humans with AI.”
Bannon’s Assault on Musk
Bannon’s attack on Musk is not new, but it has drawn fire from the tech billionaire. Musk has previously posted on social media that Bannon is “a great talker, but not a great doer.” However, Bannon remains undeterred, insisting that the stakes are spiritual and that Musk’s plans pose a significant threat to humanity.
Why It Matters
The feud between Bannon and Musk pits two influential voices competing for Donald Trump’s ear. Bannon hosts the hard-right “War Room” podcast and is helping craft the campaign’s “Flood the Zone” messaging. Musk, meanwhile, has become a GOP hero for slashing federal bureaucracy and championing cryptocurrency.
Ideological Rifts
The clash between Bannon and Musk exposes ideological rifts inside MAGA ranks. Bannon rails against H-1B visas and “globalist” tech, while Musk relies on high-skill immigration for his companies. Trump has reportedly urged the men to bury the hatchet, but Bannon believes the president has “more important things to do.”
The Future of Humanity
Bannon insists that the stakes are high and that Musk’s plans pose a significant threat to humanity. “Elon was always evil,” he said. “It is a massive leap for humankind, and we won’t be the same people on the other side.” As the debate over Neuralink and its implications continues, one thing is clear: the future of humanity is at stake.