Mark Kelly responds to Musk’s ‘traitor’ taunt over Ukraine visit: ‘He’s not a serious guy’
Kumar Shivam | Mar 11, 2025, 23:59 IST
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Mark Kelly, the Democratic senator from Arizona and former combat pilot, fired back at Elon Musk’s accusation of treason after Kelly’s visit to Ukraine in support of its fight against Russia. Musk called him a "traitor" for supporting Ukraine, prompting Kelly to dismiss Musk as "not a serious guy." Kelly also criticized Musk for his handling of veterans’ employment and defense issues.
Musk-Kelly Feud Escalates
On Sunday, Senator Mark Kelly shared photos and a statement after his third visit to Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of supporting the Ukrainian people in their battle against Russia. Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of X (formerly Twitter), quickly responded to Kelly's post with a harsh accusation, calling him a "traitor." Kelly, undeterred, took to social media and dismissed Musk’s comments, highlighting the importance of defending freedom.
Kelly’s Stand on Ukraine
Kelly’s visit to Ukraine underscored his unwavering stance on the war. The senator, who has served in combat and as an astronaut, expressed his belief that any peace agreement should ensure Ukraine’s security. In his statement, Kelly reinforced that defending freedom is fundamental to American values and emphasized the need for continued U.S. support for Ukraine. He criticized Musk for lacking a deeper understanding of the issue.
U.S. and Global Involvement
Kelly’s visit came amid growing concerns over the stance of former President Donald Trump and other Republicans regarding Ukraine. The former president has recently courted Russia, leading to questions about his commitment to defending Ukraine’s sovereignty. As Kelly returned from his 36-hour visit to Ukraine, he shared a poignant moment with a wounded Ukrainian soldier, who expressed frustration with U.S. policy shifts, further underscoring the stakes of the conflict.
Criticism of Musk’s Business Practices
Beyond Ukraine, Kelly took aim at Musk’s business practices, particularly his treatment of veterans. Kelly spoke about veterans who had been fired by Musk for "poor performance," despite receiving strong evaluations. He accused Musk of prioritizing his financial interests over the well-being of American workers, particularly veterans, whose lives were negatively impacted by Musk’s decisions.
On Sunday, Senator Mark Kelly shared photos and a statement after his third visit to Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of supporting the Ukrainian people in their battle against Russia. Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of X (formerly Twitter), quickly responded to Kelly's post with a harsh accusation, calling him a "traitor." Kelly, undeterred, took to social media and dismissed Musk’s comments, highlighting the importance of defending freedom.
Kelly’s Stand on Ukraine
Kelly’s visit to Ukraine underscored his unwavering stance on the war. The senator, who has served in combat and as an astronaut, expressed his belief that any peace agreement should ensure Ukraine’s security. In his statement, Kelly reinforced that defending freedom is fundamental to American values and emphasized the need for continued U.S. support for Ukraine. He criticized Musk for lacking a deeper understanding of the issue.
U.S. and Global Involvement
Kelly’s visit came amid growing concerns over the stance of former President Donald Trump and other Republicans regarding Ukraine. The former president has recently courted Russia, leading to questions about his commitment to defending Ukraine’s sovereignty. As Kelly returned from his 36-hour visit to Ukraine, he shared a poignant moment with a wounded Ukrainian soldier, who expressed frustration with U.S. policy shifts, further underscoring the stakes of the conflict.
Criticism of Musk’s Business Practices
Beyond Ukraine, Kelly took aim at Musk’s business practices, particularly his treatment of veterans. Kelly spoke about veterans who had been fired by Musk for "poor performance," despite receiving strong evaluations. He accused Musk of prioritizing his financial interests over the well-being of American workers, particularly veterans, whose lives were negatively impacted by Musk’s decisions.