'Barron knew': Resurfaced video amid feud sparks theory Trump's son was 'never a fan' of Elon Musk

A resurfaced video recorded months before Trump and Elon Musk’s explosive fallout is now making waves online
Barron Trump’s stoic reaction next to Elon Musk resurfaces amid Trump-Musk feud (@RitaPanahi/x)
Barron Trump’s stoic reaction next to Elon Musk resurfaces amid Trump-Musk feud (@RitaPanahi/x)

WASHINGTON, DC: A resurfaced video recorded months before Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s explosive fallout is now making waves online.

The clip features Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump, in what some viewers believe is a subtle dig at Musk, hinting the tech billionaire might not be trustworthy.

The video has gained renewed attention as tensions between Trump and Musk boil over following the latter’s departure from Trump’s administration.

The feud escalated over a GOP-backed bill that Trump claimed was unfavorable to Tesla, prompting Musk to claim he was the reason Trump secured a second term. Musk later took things further, alleging Trump’s name appears in the Jeffrey Epstein files, casting Barron’s earlier interaction with Musk in a whole new light.



 

Barron Trump's stoic reaction next to Elon Musk resurfaces amid Trump-Musk feud

According to Nicki Swift, a 12-second video clip has resurfaced online following the explosive fallout between Donald Trump and Elon Musk and it's reigniting speculation about the dynamic between the tech mogul and Trump’s youngest son, Barron.

Elon Musk, accompanied by U.S. President Donald Trump, and his son X Musk, speaks during an executive order signing in the Oval Office at the White House on February 11, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump is to sign an executive order implementing the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE)
Elon Musk, accompanied by President Donald Trump, and his son X Musk, speaks during an executive order signing in the Oval Office at the White House on February 11, 2025 in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

The footage, taken during Trump’s presidential inauguration, shows attendees rising to their feet as the president speaks. Elon Musk can be seen beside a young Barron, flashing goofy faces and an enthusiastic thumbs-up at the camera.

In contrast, Barron remains stoic, quietly applauding his father, his demeanor noticeably different from the animated tech CEO beside him.

Billionaire businessman Elon Musk speaks during a town hall meeting at the KI Convention Center on March 30, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The town hall is being held in front of the state’s high-profile Supreme Court election between Circuit Court Judge Brad Schimel, who has been financially backed by Musk and endorsed by President Donald Trump, and Dane County Circuit Court Judge Susan Crawford. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Billionaire businessman Elon Musk speaks during a town hall meeting at the KI Convention Center on March 30, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The town hall is being held in front of the state’s high-profile Supreme Court election between Circuit Court Judge Brad Schimel, who has been financially backed by Musk and endorsed by President Donald Trump, and Dane County Circuit Court Judge Susan Crawford (Scott Olson/Getty Images)

The clip has sparked fresh theories across social media, with some users suggesting Barron's reserved expression could be a sign he never trusted Musk - adding new intrigue to a moment once considered insignificant.

As the Trump-Musk feud continues to dominate headlines, another X user resurfaced a photo from a time when their alliance appeared strong. The image, taken at a $350-per-plate Thanksgiving dinner at Mar-a-Lago, shows the two families dining together during what many now call the “bromance” era.

Adding a humorous twist, one X user who posted the picture captioned the image with: “Is it okay if I’m friends with Elon?”—imagining Trump seeking Barron’s approval. The punchline? “I’ll allow it, Father,” the user had Barron responding.



 

Internet says Barron 'didn't trust' Elon Musk as an old video resurfaces online

After noticing the contrasting energy in a resurfaced video of Elon Musk and Barron Trump from Trump’s inauguration, several internet users were quick to share their theories - especially in light of the ongoing Trump-Musk feud.

One user wrote, "Barron didn't trust him, He knew."



 

A commenter said, "We should have noticed this earlier. Barron wasn't a fan."



 

Another person commented, "He seems to really dislike him."



 

An Internet user explained, "Agreed.  When I first saw this way back I was curious about the odd response from Barron. Now it makes sense."



 

One person asked, "Who decided to put @elonmusk and Barron Trump beside of each other. The difference in energy is hilarious." 



 

A user observed, "Barron looked incredibly uncomfortable the entire time."



 

The last user added, "Barron knew."



 

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