Recent discussions have emerged regarding the potential acquisition of MSNBC by Elon Musk. Musk has been vocal about his interest in the left-leaning cable channel, which is owned by Comcast’s NBCUniversal, posting about it almost daily for the past week. Current market predictions reflect a fluctuating sentiment regarding this acquisition; Polymarket recently indicated an 11% chance of Musk buying MSNBC, while other reports suggest a declining probability, with odds hitting a low of 10% to 16%. Additionally, there are speculations about Comcast's strategy, as the company is reportedly planning a spinoff of its cable assets, which could open the door for larger deals in the media landscape. Notably, Musk has faced obstacles, as it has been reported that he has been blocked from pursuing the acquisition. The evolving situation has sparked debates about the future of media ownership and the implications of such a transaction.