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(VIDEO) Elon Musk Gives Full Approval to Viral Video of Liberal ‘Waking Up’ on Border Policies
AUSTIN, Texas — Elon Musk on Monday endorsed a viral video showing what supporters called a liberal “slowly waking up” to the realities of U.S. border policy, replying with a simple “💯” emoji to a clip that has amassed millions of views on his social media platform X in just hours.
The post, timestamped shortly after 9 a.m. GMT on April 6, 2026, quoted a video originally shared by user @thewriterme with the caption “Watching a liberal slowly wake up.” In the nearly two-minute clip from the TikTok account @triggerpod, a woman with graying blonde hair wearing a blue sweater discusses her evolving views on immigration under the previous administration. She describes having long resisted the idea that Democrats were “deliberately inviting masses of foreigners into the country” to “grow little democrats and create one party state,” but says she has come around to believing the Biden-era policies involved intentional design rather than mere incompetence.
Musk’s terse agreement immediately amplified the video, which already had strong traction. Within hours, his post garnered more than 5.4 million views, 58,000 likes, nearly 10,000 reposts and thousands of replies. The reaction reflects Musk’s pattern of engaging with content that challenges mainstream narratives on immigration, demographics and political strategy — topics he has frequently highlighted since acquiring Twitter (now X) in 2022.
The woman in the clip, speaking in what appears to be a podcast-style setting with a branded mug visible, outlines her reasoning step by step. She notes that before former President Donald Trump “effectively closed” the southern border, she attributed much of the chaos to “incompetence and fecklessness.” But she now sees evidence of purpose: migrants being shipped “all over the country wherever they wanted,” placed on commercial airplanes without identification, and policies that appear inconsistent with stated economic rationales. She questions the logic of emphasizing the need for young workers to support Social Security and Medicare while simultaneously backing family reunification that brings in older relatives, undermining any demographic fix.
The video’s spread and Musk’s endorsement come amid ongoing national debate over immigration in the early months of the current Trump administration. Border encounters dropped sharply after Trump took office in January 2025 and implemented stricter enforcement, according to Department of Homeland Security data. Yet the long-term effects of record crossings during 2021-2024 — when Customs and Border Protection reported more than 10 million encounters — continue to fuel political realignments.
Commentators on X described the clip as emblematic of a broader phenomenon: voters who once supported expansive immigration policies grappling with visible consequences such as strained social services, housing shortages in sanctuary cities and shifting electoral demographics. Replies to Musk’s post ranged from celebration (“welcome to the real world”) to skepticism about whether such awakenings would translate into lasting political change. Some users shared personal stories of family or friends experiencing similar shifts; others posted memes or historical clips referencing past statements by political figures on demographic engineering.
Musk, who has more than 200 million followers on X, has positioned the platform as a bastion of free speech where such discussions can flourish without what he calls legacy media gatekeeping. His own commentary on immigration has evolved publicly. Once a vocal supporter of high-skilled immigration for technological advancement, Musk has repeatedly warned about unchecked illegal migration, birthrate collapses in Western nations and the risks of cultural dilution. In recent months he has amplified data from government sources showing the scale of releases into the interior under prior policies, including the use of commercial flights for migrants lacking full vetting.
The timing of the post is notable. With midterm elections approaching in 2026 and immigration remaining a top voter concern in national polls, moments of apparent political conversion — whether genuine or performative — gain outsized attention. Conservative media outlets quickly picked up the clip, while progressive voices dismissed it as cherry-picked or misleading. Fact-checking organizations noted that while the Biden administration expanded parole programs and ended the “Remain in Mexico” policy early in its term, officials consistently framed these moves as humanitarian and legal necessities rather than electoral strategy.
Public opinion data from early 2026 shows measurable shifts. Gallup and Pew Research Center surveys indicate that even among self-identified Democrats, support for border security measures has risen since 2024, with many citing record fentanyl deaths, urban homelessness linked to recent arrivals and pressure on public resources. A subset of voters — often described in media as “working-class” or “Hispanic” — have shown movement toward Republican positions on enforcement, a trend some analysts tie directly to lived experience in border states and sanctuary cities.
The woman in the @triggerpod video does not appear to be a high-profile political figure, but her measured, reflective delivery resonated. She acknowledges possible elements of incompetence but ultimately concludes there is “design behind it,” citing what she calls a “pathological passion for minorities” and a notion that non-white populations are somehow superior — a framing that echoes long-standing “great replacement” theories once confined to fringe discourse but now debated openly on mainstream platforms.
Musk’s engagement adds weight because of his influence. As CEO of Tesla, SpaceX and xAI, and owner of X, he wields significant cultural and economic power. His endorsement style — often single emojis or short phrases — has become a hallmark, instantly validating content for millions. Previous similar interactions have propelled videos, studies and personal testimonies into national conversations.
Critics argue that amplifying such clips risks oversimplifying complex policy debates. Immigration experts point to multiple factors behind border surges: global migration pressures, post-COVID economic recovery, cartel control of smuggling routes and legislative gridlock in Congress that has left the system reliant on executive action. Supporters of more open policies maintain that legal pathways and asylum processing remain essential to American values and labor needs in agriculture, construction and caregiving.
Yet the video and Musk’s reaction underscore a cultural moment in 2026 America: growing skepticism toward institutional explanations and demand for accountability on visible policy outcomes. X’s algorithm, which Musk has tuned to prioritize “unregretted” user engagement, rewards authentic-seeming personal testimonies over polished talking points.
As of Monday afternoon, the original video continued circulating independently, with users stitching reactions and translations. The Musk post itself generated secondary content, including reaction videos and memes. Platform analytics showed sustained high engagement, suggesting the discussion will dominate timelines for days.
The episode fits a pattern on X where high-profile accounts surface content that legacy media might downplay. Musk has frequently criticized traditional outlets for what he sees as ideological bias on issues like migration, crime statistics involving non-citizens and demographic change. By contrast, X allows direct exposure to raw footage, government data drops and unfiltered user commentary.
Whether this particular “waking up” moment represents a genuine shift in public sentiment or simply another viral flashpoint remains to be seen. Polling will track any sustained movement in voter attitudes heading into the midterms. For now, Elon Musk’s “💯” has once again spotlighted a conversation that millions are having — openly, emotionally and, thanks to the platform he owns, without traditional gatekeepers.
The full context of the woman’s remarks, the scale of border encounters during the prior administration and the policy reversals under Trump provide the backdrop for why such a clip strikes a chord. As one reply to Musk’s post put it: “Truth sets free.” In the polarized information landscape of 2026, moments of apparent political awakening — shared at scale — continue to shape the national dialogue.
In FY26, the company added over 5 GW of greenfield renewable capacity, the highest annual addition globally by any company outside China, it said. This has taken AGEL’s total operational portfolio to 19.3 GW, reinforcing its leadership in India’s renewable energy sector.
The management indicated that the company retains the capability and financial flexibility to scale up to 7-8 GW annually. However, it is moderating the pace of additions to better align with transmission infrastructure and grid availability. AGEL reiterated that its long-term target of reaching 50 GW capacity by 2030 remains intact.
The company’s Khavda renewable energy project in Gujarat, which has around 9.4 GW of operational wind, solar, and hybrid capacity, continues to drive its growth.
Alongside generation, the company is stepping up investments in energy storage, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and pumped storage projects (PSPs) to enhance reliability and address renewable intermittency.
DHARMESH SHAH
HEAD OF TECHNICALS, ICICI SECURITIES
Where is Nifty headed this week?
Going ahead, we expect the index to oscillate within the broader range of 23,400– 24,500. This consolidation would make the market healthy, as it strengthens the market’s foundation for an eventual push towards the 24,800 mark (aligned with the 200-day EMA) in the coming weeks. Thereby, any decline from hereon should not be construed as negative; instead, it should be capitalised on to accumulate high-quality stocks on dips, backed by strong earnings, as strong support is placed at 23,100.
Trading Strategy
We expect the index to hold its key support zone of 23,500, being its former gap support and the 50% retracement of its recent rally (22,182–24,601). Hence, any decline towards 23,390–23,500 should be used as a buying opportunity for a target of 23,800. In the process, strong support is placed at 23,270 levels.
TOP BETS FOR THE WEEK JSW Steel: Buy at Rs 1,240–1,266 | Stop loss at Rs 1,115 | Target Rs 1,445
The stock looks attractive after a strong rebound from the lower band of its long-term rising channel. Structurally, the 52-week EMA has acted as a “floor” since July 2022, with buying demand re-emerging near this level, supporting a favourable risk-reward at current levels.
Power Grid: Buy at Rs 306–316 | Stop loss at Rs 289 | Target Rs 352
Structurally, the stock has broken out of a long-term falling trendline resistance connecting the highs of October 2024 & 2025. The current pullback has formed a bullish flag pattern above the 52-week EMA, signalling base formation near an elevated support zone and an incremental buying opportunity with risk-reward.
AgenciesSUDEEP SHAH
HEAD – TECHNICAL AND DERIVATIVE RESEARCH, SBI SECURITIES
Where is Nifty headed?
The recovery rally from the recent low of 22,182 has lost momentum, shifting from a sharp rebound into a phase of correction and consolidation. Nifty slipped below 23,900 and ended the week down 1.87%, largely due to profit booking after the prior upmove. Technically, the index has broken below its 20-day and 50-day EMAs, indicating weakening short-term strength. Momentum indicators also reflect softness, with RSI slipping below key levels and MACD showing a gradual loss of bullish momentum. This suggests a likely range-bound phase rather than a strong directional move. From a levels perspective, the 23,700–23,650 zone is a crucial support area, with a breakdown potentially dragging Nifty towards 23,300. On the upside, resistance is placed at 24,200–24,250, and only a sustained move above this band can revive bullish momentum.
Trading Strategies
Since the index is trading in a range with volatility, we advise traders to go long on Nifty on a breakout above 24,250, with a stop loss at 24,000 for a target of 24,700.
TOP STOCKS FOR THE WEEK
Cochin Shipyard: Buy at Rs 1,664 | Stop loss at Rs 1,580 | Target Rs 1,850–1,950
Cochin Shipyard is trading above its key moving averages across timeframes. Post consolidation, the stock has seen a strong breakout, with buying visible on all dips. Relative strength versus other defence names and the broader market remains favourable.
Aster DM Healthcare: Buy at Rs 705 | Stop loss at Rs 660 | Target Rs 750–770
It continues to trade in a steady uptrend, holding firmly above its key medium- and long-term moving averages. We expect it to move towards Rs 750–770.
TANMAY SHAH
RESEARCH HEAD, SIHL
Where is Nifty headed this week?
Technically, the index remains influenced by ongoing geopolitical developments, keeping volatility elevated. For the week ahead, Nifty is likely to find strong support around 23,600, which could act as a base for consolidation. As long as this level holds, the broader structure remains constructive, with a potential resumption of the uptrend towards the 200-day moving average placed near 25,125. A decisive move beyond 24,450 would further strengthen bullish momentum.
Trading Strategy
Recommend a bull call spread to position for near-term upside. Traders may consider buying the 23,900 Call and selling the 24,400 Call of the 5th May expiry. The strategy offers a favourable risk-reward with limited downside, while capturing gains if Nifty trends higher towards the upper resistance zone. It is well-suited for a moderately bullish view amid an improving technical setup.
TOP STOCKS FOR THE WEEK
Coal India: Buy at Rs 455 | Stop loss at Rs 441 | Target Rs 478–486
The stock shows relative strength in a weak market, consistently holding above its 20-week moving average, indicating strong support. Sustained closes above this level signal a bullish bias.
Graphite India: Buy at Rs 724.8 | Stop loss at Rs 690 | Target Rs 765–780
Technically, the stock has formed a symmetrical triangle pattern on the higher timeframe and delivered a decisive upside breakout, indicating structural strength. The trend remains bullish post-breakout
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For a sample of 159 companies, net profit rose 13% year-on-year compared with a 2.6% growth in the year-ago quarter. The profit growth was in single digit in the previous two quarters. Revenue grew 9%, the highest in seven quarters.
Excluding RIL, which reported a fall in profit due to pressure on the oil and gas business, the sample’s net profit grew at a faster rate of 17.6% while revenue rose 8.3%. RIL’s net consolidated profit excluding non-controlling interest fell 12.6% year-on-year to ₹16,971 crore in the March quarter despite a 12.9% increase in net sales at ₹3.3 lakh crore. The company’s share in the total sample’s revenue expanded to 33.5% from 33.1% a year ago while net profit share fell to 14.2% from 17.5% by similar comparison.
AgenciesLenders Take The Lead Banking & finance firms together contributed 28% and 47% to the revenue and profit of a sample of 159 cos in the March quarter
Banking and finance companies reported double-digit profit growth for the quarter, thereby, partially offsetting the impact of RIL’s lower profit. Excluding the lending sector, the sample’s net profit growth reduced to 9%while revenue growth improved to 11.4%. Banks and finance companies together contributed 28% and 47% to the total sample’s revenue and net profit in the March quarter.
Operating margin for the total sample contracted to 22.3% from 22.9% year-on-year on account of lower profitability of lenders. Excluding them, the sample’s operating margin improved to 17.9% from 17.1% a year ago.
The IT companies in the sample reported a strong 12.9% year-on-year growth in net profit compared with the 1.7% growth in the year-ago quarter. Their rupee denominated profit got a boost from weaker currency against major currencies in the world. The sector contributed 22% and 27% to the total sample’s revenue and net profit respectively, similar to the previous year’s comparable quarter.
At the beginning of the current results season, analysts had anticipated a high single-digit growth in aggregate net profit to be driven by automobiles, banking and finance and metals & mining companies. More companies are expected to declare results in the coming weeks, which is expected to bring more clarity to the quarterly trend analysis.
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