Axios CEO and Elon Musk Clash Over Citizen Journalism's Role in Media

Jim VandeHei rejects Musk's claim that X users are replacing traditional media, sparking a broader debate on journalism's future.

Axios CEO Jim VandeHei criticized Elon Musk's assertion that X users are 'the media now,' calling the claim 'bulls---' during a speech at the National Press Club.
VandeHei emphasized the rigorous work required in professional journalism, contrasting it with Musk's promotion of citizen journalism on social media.
Musk has increasingly championed citizen journalism on X, arguing it challenges the credibility of traditional media and provides a platform for real-time information sharing.
The debate follows declining trust in legacy media, with recent polls showing historic lows in public confidence in mainstream news outlets.
MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and others defended VandeHei's remarks, while Musk dismissed the criticisms, reiterating his belief in the power of citizen journalism.