Elon Musk has launched a new version of his artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, which he claims will provide “maximally truth-seeking” responses. However, the bot often contradicts its creator on sensitive topics such as immigration, diversity, equity and inclusion, and medical treatment for transgender minors.
Grok was developed by xAI, a start-up Musk launched in 2023, and can be accessed through his social media platform X or a stand-alone app. The chatbot’s responses are often at odds with Musk’s views on these issues, prompting some to question the bot’s ability to provide unbiased answers.
Musk has argued that Grok is an antidote to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which he claims is biased towards liberal or “woke” perspectives. However, some right-wing political figures have criticized Grok for giving similar answers. The Post found that Grok 3, the latest version of the chatbot, often pushes back on conservative claims.
Despite Musk’s claims of bias, Grok’s responses suggest that the bot may be more prone to “all-sides-ing” or providing balanced views rather than advocating a particular position. This can lead to confusion and contradictions with its creator’s views.
While Grok does agree with Musk on some issues, such as responding to current events by drawing from news sources, it often provides nuanced and fact-based responses that contradict his claims. For example, when asked about the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s spending on luxury hotels for undocumented immigrants, Grok stated that there is no evidence to support Musk’s claim.
The development of AI chatbots like Grok raises questions about bias, accuracy, and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping public discourse. As AI technology continues to evolve, it will be essential to ensure that these systems are designed and trained to provide unbiased and accurate information.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/03/21/elon-musk-ai-grok-3-claims