A video shows Elon Musk saying billions of people may die by 2030 due to water shortages.
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What fact-checkers found (1)
- Full FactFalse. The video was modified, likely using a voice clone and lip syncing tool. Mr Musk doesn’t mention water shortages in the original clip.
2026-10-06
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