Elon Musk Says Grok Can Help With Taxes — After Bot Generated Millions of Sexualized Images

As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, some filers are experimenting with artificial intelligence chatbots to help answer tax questions or review their returns. But tax professionals warn that relying on these tools — especially newer AI systems — comes with significant risks.

That hasn’t stopped Elon Musk from promoting the idea. In a recent post on X, Musk suggested that Grok, the generative AI chatbot developed by his company xAI, could help people with their taxes.

The suggestion has drawn scrutiny because Grok has already faced controversy over the kinds of content it can generate. Earlier this year, users widely circulated examples showing the chatbot producing millions of sexualized images of women — including celebrities and minors — raising concerns about safety controls and moderation on the platform.

Despite those concerns, Musk continues to promote Grok as a general-purpose tool capable of helping with tasks like research, coding — and now tax preparation.

Tax experts say people should be cautious.

Tom O’Saben, director of tax content at the National Association of Tax Professionals, said AI tools can sometimes be helpful for explaining concepts but shouldn’t be relied on to complete or verify tax returns.

“It’s important that your return is accurate, whether you use AI or not,” O’Saben said, noting that taxpayers remain

legally responsible for any mistakes on their filings.

Professionals also warn that tax law is complicated and frequently changing — something AI systems may struggle to interpret correctly.

Certified public accountant Michael Deering noted that new tax provisions often include income phase-outs and technical requirements that can be difficult even for experienced professionals to navigate.

“There’s a lot of nuance,” Deering said, adding that AI responses can sometimes sound confident while still being incorrect.

Privacy is another major concern. Experts caution users not to submit sensitive personal information — such as Social Security numbers or financial records — into public AI chatbots.

While AI tools like Grok, ChatGPT, and Claude are increasingly being used to answer general questions, many filers remain skeptical about relying on them for something as consequential as their taxes.

A recent survey by Invoice Home found that only 37% of respondents in 2026 said they would trust AI over a professional tax service, down from 43% the year before.

For now, experts say AI may be useful for basic explanations — but it should never replace careful review or professional advice when it comes to filing taxes.