Musk's Trump Talk: After Glitchy Start, a Two-Hour Ramble

On X, a live audio stream of a conversation between Elon Musk and former President Donald J. Trump experienced technical difficulties. After a brief delay, the conversation started smoothly with both individuals exchanging friendly remarks about various topics such as immigration, the economy, and President Biden. However, the event had a rocky start, raising concerns about X’s ability to handle high-profile events. Mr. Musk attributed the glitches to a suspected cyberattack. Despite the hiccups, the conversation attracted over a million listeners.