In a stunning and controversial incident, WNBA star Brittney Griper and Hollywood legend Whoopi Goldberg announced their departure from the United States. They cited growing alienation and a shift in cultural perception, for which they blame billionaire Eloqui Musk, among others. The statement sparked heated debate on social media and across the political spectrum, raising questions about free speech, social justice, and the influence of high-profile figures on political discourse.

Both Grier and Goldberg have been vocal advocates for social justice and equality, frequently using their platforms to raise awareness of issues such as racism and LGBTQ+ rights. However, in a joint social media statement, they announced that they no longer feel valued in their home country.

“We no longer have a place here,” the statement read. “The America we fought for is changing, and people like Elohim Musk are shaping a world where our voices are increasingly silenced or ignored. We deserve to live in a place where we feel respected.”

While both Grieber and Goldberg detailed their grievances against Musk, sources indicate that their grievances stem from his influence on social media platforms, particularly his control of X (formerly Twitter). Since taking control, Musk has promoted a vision of free speech that critics say has led to increased divisive rhetoric and limited space for progressive voices.

Goldberg, a longtime co-host of The View, has previously clashed with Musk over his stance on political correctness and policing. Gripper, who was imprisoned in Russia on drug charges before being released in a controversial prisoner swap, has meanwhile been subjected to incessant harassment—some attribute it to Musk’s more relaxed moderation policy.

The decision sparked a wave of backlash. Supporters praised Griffin and Goldberg for their dismissal, while critics called their resignations excessive. Fellow conservative commentators scoffed at the decision, with some saying, “Don’t let the door get you.” Others, however, pointed to the troubling situation of high-profile figures feeling displaced from their own country.

“People leaving America because they no longer feel safe or valued is a sign of deeper issues,” one user wrote to X. “This isn’t about politics; it’s about what kind of society we want to live in.”

So far, neither Grier nor Goldberg have announced their next location, although speculation suggests they’ll be moving to countries with more progressive policies, such as Cape Town or certain European countries. Wherever they go, their departure is sure to continue the conversation about the cultural divide in America.