In a surprising turn of events, Vivian Jenna Wilson, the transgender daughter of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has announced her decision to leave the United States for good.
This bold move comes on the heels of Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House, a scenario that Wilson believes poses a significant threat to transgender rights in the country.
On Wednesday, Wilson took to Threads to express her thoughts on the matter.
She revealed that Trump’s recent electoral success reinforced her conviction that she would be better off in a more accepting environment for transgender individuals.
“I’ve been contemplating this for a while, but yesterday really solidified my feelings,” she wrote, highlighting her discomfort with envisioning a future in the U.S. under a Trump presidency.
Wilson’s concerns extend beyond just a four-year term.
Even if anti-trans regulations do not materialize, she fears the underlying sentiments that led to Trump’s election will persist long after he leaves office.
“The people who chose to vote for this are going to stick around for a while,” she noted, emphasizing her apprehension about the societal attitudes towards transgender individuals.
Her post sparked a flurry of reactions, ranging from supportive messages to cautionary advice about leaving for greener pastures.
While some encouraged her decision, others warned that the allure of life abroad might not live up to expectations.
The mixed responses reflect the complexities of navigating identity and acceptance in a divided political landscape.
Vivian, the older twin of Elon Musk and author Justine Musk, has had a tumultuous relationship with her father.
Over the years, she has publicly criticized him for his absence during her upbringing and his controversial views.
In fact, she has described Musk as a serial adulterer who has failed to support her during her transition.