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Musk's "Hobbit" Remark Sparks Outrage Over Immigration Fears

11/5/2025

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Elon Musk compared British people to "Hobbits" on a podcast, claiming small UK towns could be invaded by "a thousand people" who could harm children.
The remarks were made while addressing a far-right march and have been criticized as baseless and disconnected from reality.
Public figures, including comedian Dara Ó Briain, condemned the statements as fear-mongering and absurd.
The controversy underscores ongoing political tensions over immigration in Britain.

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Elon Musk compared British people to "Hobbits" on a podcast, claiming small UK towns could be invaded by "a thousand people" who could harm children.
The remarks were made while addressing a far-right march and have been criticized as baseless and disconnected from reality.
Public figures, including comedian Dara Ó Briain, condemned the statements as fear-mongering and absurd.
The controversy underscores ongoing political tensions over immigration in Britain.