"A Lot Of Us Can't Afford Groceries": People Are NOT Impressed By The News That Elon Musk Is On Track To Become The World's First Trillionaire

"A Lot Of Us Can't Afford Groceries": People Are NOT Impressed By The News That Elon Musk Is On Track To Become The World's First Trillionaire

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In case you want to feel worse about your bank account than you already do, Elon Musk is on track to become the world's first trillionaire in 2027.

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As a millennial with zero hope of buying a house near my friends and family, I know that's just what I want to hear about on a Monday morning: the rich growing absurdly richer. Like, so wealthy that it's difficult to even fathom.

According to Forbes, Elon's net worth currently sits at $412 billion, up a whopping $6.4 billion in the past trading day. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO remains the richest man in the world despite all the backlash he faced during his time with DOGE.

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Over the past year, several publications have reported the likelihood of Elon being the first to hit this disgusting milestone, but a recent, viral tweet has sparked further conversation. Understandably, the internet is not pleased.

Many people pointed out that he has the means to solve world hunger and homelessness, but has not:

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Others shared thoughts about us as a society...

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...and their thoughts on capitalism:

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Folks pointed out that people are struggling to buy groceries:

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Some focused on how ridiculous the idea of a trillionaire is:

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This account suggested a wealth cap:

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And finally, this person summed it up perfectly:

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What do you think of all this? LMK in the comments below!

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