Heartwarming Photos of Trump with Musk’s Son 'Lil X' Go Viral
Sarah Johnson
March 15, 2025
Brief
Photos of President Trump walking with Elon Musk’s son, Lil X, to Marine Force One go viral, delighting social media with their joyful, heartwarming interaction at the White House.
Adorable photos of President Donald Trump walking to Marine Force One with Elon Musk’s son, X Æ A-12, affectionately nicknamed "Lil X," have captured the internet’s heart. Shared by the White House, the image shows Trump’s signature thumbs-up pose while the four-year-old beams joyfully at the cameras on their way to the chopper.
The post, which has already racked up over 4 million views, has internet users fawning over the scene. "I love this pic! Lil X looks so happy," one user gushed on X (formerly known as Twitter), complete with a blush emoji.
Videos and additional photos reveal Lil X, dressed in a black coat with a USA pin and clutching what looks like a bag of candy, energetically leading Trump out of the White House. The duo strolled down a ramp on the South Lawn toward Marine Force One, with the child skipping and jumping in excitement.
In one particularly viral moment, Trump waved to the cameras, prompting Lil X to turn toward the press pool. Spotting the cameras, the young boy lit up, jumping into the air with his hands raised – a move that had social media users swooning. Even Musk chimed in, calling it "a happy picture" on X.
The jump brought back memories of another viral Musk moment: his own leap at a Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, back in October. Clearly, the Musk family knows how to create a photo op.
At one point, Trump paused to make an X gesture with his hand before pointing at Lil X, a playful interaction that delighted onlookers. Another touching moment saw the 78-year-old president carefully lifting Lil X onto Marine One’s steps, where they were joined by Musk and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick before departing for Joint Base Andrews.
Social media users were quick to weigh in with their reactions. "It’s lovely to see Lil X feels that comfortable with President Trump," one person remarked, adding that children’s genuine affection is impossible to fake. Another chimed in: "This is what happens when you have a man in office that loves his family, loves his country! Get on board people!"
Lil X has become a familiar face at the White House since Trump’s return to the presidency. Musk, now leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been a close ally of Trump, tasked with tackling waste and fraud within the federal government. The tech mogul’s son often accompanies him to official events, adding a touch of childlike charm to what are typically serious affairs.
Just last month, Lil X was seen in the Oval Office alongside his father and Trump, playfully mimicking Musk during a media briefing about DOGE’s progress. In true kid fashion, he made funny faces and even picked his nose before Musk hoisted him onto his shoulders.
It’s moments like these that remind us all that even in the high-stakes world of politics, a child’s smile can steal the show.
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Editor's Comments
Let’s be real – when you’ve got a four-year-old named X Æ A-12 leading the President of the United States toward a helicopter, it’s a headline factory. The internet’s obsession with this moment makes perfect sense: it’s part political theater, part wholesome family sitcom. Also, can we talk about Lil X’s candy bag? That’s the kind of energy we all need for Friday afternoons!
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