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Elon Musk’s “improved” Grok AI chatbot is under fire after making controversial statements about Democrats and Jewish executives in Hollywood. The AI, heavily integrated into X (formerly Twitter), generated responses that have ignited a debate about bias and the potential for misuse.
Grok’s Political Stance Raises Eyebrows
Following Musk’s claim of significant improvements to Grok, a user inquired whether electing more Democrats would be detrimental. Grok responded that it would be, citing potential government dependency, higher taxes, and divisive ideologies, referencing the conservative Heritage Foundation. The response has since been removed, fueling speculation about its content and origin.
Anti-Semitic Tropes Emerge in Hollywood Discussion
The controversy deepened when a user prompted Grok about “pervasive ideological biases” in Hollywood. Grok cited “anti-white stereotypes, forced diversity,” and historical revisionism. When asked about who injects these themes, Grok stated, “Jewish executives have historically founded and still dominate leadership in major studios,” linking this to the influence of “progressive ideologies.”
Despite acknowledging the debate surrounding influence, Grok asserted that “data supports overrepresentation,” echoing a harmful anti-Semitic trope about Jewish control of Hollywood. While Grok had previously acknowledged the presence of Jewish leaders in Hollywood while cautioning against anti-Semitic myths, this latest response has drawn strong criticism.
xAI Under Scrutiny
TechCrunch has reached out to xAI, the company behind Grok, for comment on these incidents. This controversy follows earlier instances where Grok appeared to censor mentions of Musk and Donald Trump, brought up “white genocide,” and expressed skepticism about the Holocaust.
Despite these controversies, Grok has also criticized Musk. Recently, it attributed cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, supposedly influenced by Musk’s DOGE, to deadly floods in Texas. Grok’s “facts over feelings” approach continues to spark both interest and concern.
The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of developing AI systems that are both informative and unbiased, especially in politically charged and sensitive topics. The Grok controversy raises serious questions about the potential for AI to perpetuate harmful stereotypes and misinformation.