In a dramatic escalation of tensions, pop superstar Justin Bieber has announced that he is selling all of his real estate holdings in U.S. Red States and intends to leave the country following a heated argument with billionaire Elon Musk. The 31-year-old singer, known for hits like “Baby” and “Sorry,” made the bombshell declaration on social media, citing his frustration with the political climate and his clash with Musk as key factors in his decision to depart. The move adds Bieber to a growing list of celebrities, including Whoopi Goldberg and Jimmy Kimmel, who have recently expressed their intent to leave the U.S. amid ongoing cultural and political divides.
The feud between Bieber and Musk reportedly erupted during a private event in Los Angeles, where the two clashed over Musk’s role in the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk, who has been a senior advisor to President Donald Trump since January 2025, has faced backlash for his involvement in federal layoffs and cuts to social programs, policies Bieber has publicly criticized. Sources say the argument turned personal when Musk mocked Bieber’s activism, calling him a “spoiled pop star” who “doesn’t understand real work.” Bieber, in turn, accused Musk of using his wealth and influence to “bully” others, referencing Musk’s recent controversies, including allegations of cutting child support for Ashley St. Clair, the alleged mother of his 13th child.
Following the altercation, Bieber took to Instagram, where he has 295 million followers, to announce his plans. “I’m done with this,” he wrote. “I’m selling all my properties in Red States—Texas, Florida, Georgia—and I’m leaving the country. I can’t stay in a place that feels so divided and where people like Elon Musk think they can control everything. I need peace for my family.” Bieber, who is married to model Hailey Bieber and father to their son, Jack Blues Bieber, born in August 2024, did not specify his destination but hinted at a move to Canada, his home country, or Europe, where he has spent significant time in recent years.
Bieber’s real estate portfolio in Red States includes a $16.5 million mansion in Dallas, Texas, a $10 million beachfront property in Miami, Florida, and a $7 million estate in Atlanta, Georgia, totaling over $33 million in value. Real estate experts estimate that the sales could take several months, but Bieber’s team has already begun listing the properties, with proceeds reportedly earmarked for charitable causes, including mental health initiatives and disaster relief, areas Bieber has supported since his own struggles with mental health in the late 2010s.
The announcement has sparked a firestorm on X, with fans and critics weighing in on Bieber’s decision. “Justin Bieber standing up to Elon Musk and leaving the Red States? I respect that,” one user wrote. Another, however, criticized the move, stating, “Bieber’s just running away—typical celebrity tantrum.” The feud with Musk has also drawn attention to the billionaire’s polarizing influence, with some pointing to his recent $44 billion financial crisis tied to the xAI-X merger and protests against Tesla as evidence of his overreach. Musk responded to Bieber’s announcement on X, writing, “Good luck in Canada, kid—don’t let the door hit you on the way out.”
Bieber’s decision comes at a time of personal and professional transition. He has been focusing on fatherhood and his faith, often sharing Bible verses on social media, and has hinted at a new album inspired by his recent life changes. However, his exit from the U.S. signals a deeper disillusionment with the country’s direction, echoing sentiments expressed by other celebrities like Megan Rapinoe and Taylor Swift. As Bieber prepares to leave, his clash with Musk and his departure from the Red States mark a significant chapter in his ongoing journey—one that has fans wondering what’s next for the pop icon.
