Elon Musk sticking close to Trump, influencing US transition: Reports
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk sticking close to Trump, influencing US transition: Reports

Al Jazeera  

The Tesla CEO, Trump’s most influential campaign backer, has turned into a key power broker in presidential transition. Tech billionaire Elon Musk is diving even deeper into the world of politics after Donald Trump’s election win, cosying up to the president-elect and offering him input on key administration hires, according to US media reports. Kai Trump, Donald Trump’s granddaughter, posted a photo of herself with Musk and his child on social media, joking that the billionaire was “achieving uncle status”. “The obstacles are overcoming the Kafkaesque nature of the rules governing this vast bureaucracy and ensuring that maniacally dedicated small-government revolutionaries join this administration!” Musk wrote in one post, responding to Ramaswamy’s suggestion. https://t.co/ObfnIeuTXa — Elon Musk November 11, 2024 Musk’s access to Trump at Mar-a-Lago, which CNN reported has become the de facto nucleus of Trump’s presidential transition, has given him an enormous amount of sway in a way that could benefit his businesses, analysts said.

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Trump asserts leadership, dismisses claims of Musk’s presidential influence
11 hours, 40 minutes ago

Trump asserts leadership, dismisses claims of Musk’s presidential influence

Deccan Chronicle  

President-elect Donald Trump made it clear on Sunday that while Elon Musk plays a prominent role in his administration but he will not be the one calling the shots. While praising Musk as a “great guy,” Trump clarified that Musk’s role would be in leading the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, an agency aimed at reducing the size of …

Musk, president? Trump says 'not happening'
17 hours, 18 minutes ago

Musk, president? Trump says 'not happening'

Deccan Chronicle  

Could Elon Musk, who holds major sway in the incoming Trump administration, one day become president? "He's not gonna be president, that I can tell you," Trump told a Republican conference in Phoenix, Arizona. He wasn't born in this country," Trump said of the Tesla and SpaceX boss, who was born in South Africa.The US Constitution requires that a president …

Will Elon Musk become US President? Trump says it's not happening, explains why
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18 hours, 55 minutes ago

Will Elon Musk become US President? Trump says it's not happening, explains why

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump dismissed speculation that billionaire Elon Musk would take over the presidency, saying "it was not happening" and cited constitutional rules of being born in the country to hold the top post, NBC News reported. Musk, the world's richest person, was born in South Africa and has been tapped by Trump to lead the Department of Government …

'He's not taking the presidency': Trump fumes about 'President Musk' at MAGA conference
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23 hours, 49 minutes ago

'He's not taking the presidency': Trump fumes about 'President Musk' at MAGA conference

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump used a speech to MAGA supporters to strongly push back on claims that billionaire Elon Musk had effectively taken over his presidency. While speaking to Turning Point USA's AmFest conference attendees on Sunday, Trump argued that "big companies" wanted him to cut regulations more than slashing taxes. "The new one is President Trump has ceded the presidency …

Trump rejects taunts that Elon Musk is real power behind US president-elect
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1 day, 18 hours ago

Trump rejects taunts that Elon Musk is real power behind US president-elect

Al Jazeera  

Statements come amid criticism of Musk’s involvement in budget negotiations, outsized role in Trump transition. United States President-elect Donald Trump has pushed back on the notion that he has “ceded the presidency” to billionaire Elon Musk, who has taken an outsized role in the president-elect’s transition into the White House. “He wasn’t born in this country.” The South African-born Musk …

In Arizona speech, Trump jokes Musk is ‘not going to be president’
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1 day, 18 hours ago

In Arizona speech, Trump jokes Musk is ‘not going to be president’

Politico  

Trump’s comments came as Democrats have sought to use Musk, the world’s richest person, as a foil, accusing him of undermining the incoming president. Just days before, Trump — along with Musk — intervened in House Republicans’ initial government spending package, leading to chaos as Congress raced against the clock to avoid a government shutdown. The Lincoln Project, an anti-Trump …

'Too old for the job' Trump nailed on MSNBC for letting Elon Musk fight his battles
2 days, 3 hours ago

'Too old for the job' Trump nailed on MSNBC for letting Elon Musk fight his battles

Raw Story  

As part of a discussion on MSNBC on Saturday morning, the former head of the Republican National Committee suggested that Donald Trump is letting billionaire adviser Elon Musk call the shots because he's not the man he used to be. During a spirited debate over Musk leaning on GOP lawmakers to pass a budget bill to his and Trump's liking …

'Never-ending chaos': Ex-GOP lawmaker says Musk and Trump on a 'collision course'
2 days, 20 hours ago

'Never-ending chaos': Ex-GOP lawmaker says Musk and Trump on a 'collision course'

Raw Story  

A Republican former lawmaker said Donald Trump and ally Elon Musk appear to be on a "collision course" and warned Americans that another close adviser of Trump's is promising "never-ending chaos." Former Rep. Charlie Dent told CNN anchor Jake Tapper on "The Lead" that Steve Bannon is "essentially promising never-ending chaos." Dent later said he suspects Trump and Musk are …

'Bowed to their master': Conservative slams GOP for treating Elon Musk as shadow president
3 days, 15 hours ago

'Bowed to their master': Conservative slams GOP for treating Elon Musk as shadow president

Raw Story  

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is already acting like he's in charge of America rather than President-elect Donald Trump, wrote Never Trump conservative Charlie Sykes for The Atlantic — and incredibly, MAGA Republicans seem to be going along with it. After Musk issued his primary threats on his X platform, wrote Sykes, "panic ensued among the notoriously skittish congressional GOP, who …

Musk ascends as a political force beyond his wealth by tanking budget deal
3 days, 23 hours ago

Musk ascends as a political force beyond his wealth by tanking budget deal

Associated Press  

In the first major flex of his influence since Donald Trump was elected, Elon Musk brought to a sudden halt a bipartisan budget proposal by posting constantly on his X megaphone and threatening Republicans with primary challenges. “All that does is give the keys to these districts over to the Democrats.” Musk spent an estimated $250 million during the presidential …

'He's not living in reality': Fox News reports GOP lawmakers lashing out at Trump and Musk
4 days, 1 hour ago

'He's not living in reality': Fox News reports GOP lawmakers lashing out at Trump and Musk

Raw Story  

X owner Elon Musk earlier this week killed a bipartisan deal to keep the federal government open, and even many Republicans are reportedly not happy about it. Writing on X, Fox News reporter Liz Elkind reveals that there is "a LOT of frustration at Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy from rank-and-file House Rs this morning" after the two men publicly …

Democrats blast influence of ‘President Elon Musk’ over Trump amid spending deal row
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4 days, 3 hours ago

Democrats blast influence of ‘President Elon Musk’ over Trump amid spending deal row

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Democrats have slammed Elon Musk after his opposition to House …

The Trump-Musk governing duo is clearly a work in progress
4 days, 18 hours ago

The Trump-Musk governing duo is clearly a work in progress

Politico  

The sequence highlighted the evolving dynamic with his high-profile benefactor-turned-adviser and raised an awkward question for Trump of whether he or Musk was running the show. In phone interviews with reporters at ABC, CBS and NBC, Trump also called for the debt ceiling to be eliminated or extended and emphasized that if the government did in fact shut down, “it’ll …

Americans view both Musk and Trump roughly equally favorably, new poll discovers
4 days, 19 hours ago

Americans view both Musk and Trump roughly equally favorably, new poll discovers

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The people want change," Musk told the audience of …

Musk and Trump are viewed roughly the same by Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds
5 days, 13 hours ago

Musk and Trump are viewed roughly the same by Americans, an AP-NORC poll finds

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk, clad in tuxedo and black tie, took the stage at President-elect Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort shortly after the election with all the swagger of the winning candidate himself. Musk, whose net worth tops $400 billion, oversees six businesses while continuing to work closely with Trump: electric car manufacturer Tesla, the X social media platform, space technology …

Is Elon Musk becoming a kingmaker for govts across the world?
5 days, 18 hours ago

Is Elon Musk becoming a kingmaker for govts across the world?

India Today  

Tesla boss Elon Musk was one great force who powered Republican candidate Donald Trump's return to the White House. WHY NIGEL FARAGE MET ELON MUSK This donation might be Musk's attempt to empower Reform UK. Writing for The UK Telegraph, Farage said that Musk “left us in no doubt that he is right behind us” and discussed “ongoing negotiations” about …

Elon Musk, Trump are viewed roughly the same by Americans: AP-NORC poll
5 days, 18 hours ago

Elon Musk, Trump are viewed roughly the same by Americans: AP-NORC poll

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: Elon Musk, clad in tuxedo and black tie, took the stage at President-elect Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort shortly after the election with all the swagger of the winning candidate himself. It's going to be a revolution.” Musk's attachment to Trump has created an alliance between America's most powerful politician and its richest businessman — and roughly the same percentages …

Indonesia plans to pitch data-center opportunities to Elon Musk
6 days, 11 hours ago

Indonesia plans to pitch data-center opportunities to Elon Musk

Live Mint  

NUSA DUA, Indonesia—Indonesia plans to pitch business opportunities, including data centers, to Elon Musk, although he previously declined a proposal to build an electric-vehicle battery factory in the country, a government adviser said. Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, chairman of Indonesia’s National Economic Council, said he suggested the battery-factory idea to Musk, but was turned down due to Indonesia’s distance from Tesla’s …

Elon Musk, now worth over $400 billion, leads Trump's super-rich administration
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6 days, 18 hours ago

Elon Musk, now worth over $400 billion, leads Trump's super-rich administration

Salon  

Elon Musk’s net worth has topped $400 billion, making him the first person in the world to reach that threshold and far ahead of the other billionaires tapped for President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration. Musk, CEO of Tesla and co-leader of Trump's new DOGE nongovernmental advisory group, has seen his fortune increase 77% since the Nov. 5 election to $447 …

"Invitation for corruption": Warren suggests Elon Musk could be using Trump to make himself richer
6 days, 18 hours ago

"Invitation for corruption": Warren suggests Elon Musk could be using Trump to make himself richer

Salon  

After dropping more than $250 million on his effort to elect Donald Trump, billionaire and Pentagon contractor Elon Musk could now use his power and influence to steer sweetheart deals to his network of companies, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., warned in a letter sent Monday to the Trump transition team. “Putting Mr. Musk in a position to influence billions of …

Elon Musk’s wealth jumps by $170bn since election day after he backed Trump with $277m
6 days, 20 hours ago

Elon Musk’s wealth jumps by $170bn since election day after he backed Trump with $277m

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musks’s wealth has …

‘Out of control’: Elon Musk’s mother Maye opens up about raising world’s richest man, his plans for Dogecoin
1 week ago

‘Out of control’: Elon Musk’s mother Maye opens up about raising world’s richest man, his plans for Dogecoin

Live Mint  

Maye Musk, mother of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, recently shared insights into her son’s ambitious goals and her own journey as a single mother. During a conversation with Fox Business about her son’s accomplishments, Maye offered a unique perspective on Elon’s drive to transform industries, particularly his involvement with the goals of Dogecoin and his ongoing influence in the tech …

Elon Musk’s mother Maye Musk reveals insights into son’s growing bond with Donald Trump
1 week, 1 day ago

Elon Musk’s mother Maye Musk reveals insights into son’s growing bond with Donald Trump

Live Mint  

Elon Musk’s mother, Maye Musk, recently shared insights into her son’s growing bond with President-elect Donald Trump as they spend more time together ahead of Inauguration Day next month. Thanksgiving bond: Elon and Barron talk Mars Maye shared a special moment from the Thanksgiving holiday, where her son Elon connected with Trump’s youngest son, Barron. And I was very impressed …

The Anti Elon Tesla Club: How Tesla EV owners are distancing themselves from Musk over ties with Trump
1 week, 3 days ago

The Anti Elon Tesla Club: How Tesla EV owners are distancing themselves from Musk over ties with Trump

Firstpost  

Elon Musk’s outspoken political leanings and his strong ties to President-elect Donald Trump, have made owning a Tesla a rather complex symbol, because of an awkward clash between the brand’s identity and its CEO’s actions Owning a Tesla used to be a statement about innovation, sustainability, and a greener future. But for many, it’s now a complex symbol thanks to …

Bill Gates to go bankrupt? Tesla CEO Elon Musk explains how
1 week, 3 days ago

Bill Gates to go bankrupt? Tesla CEO Elon Musk explains how

India Today  

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, said that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates could face bankruptcy under certain circumstances involving Tesla, the electric vehicle company Musk leads. Musk wrote on X, “If Tesla does become the world’s most valuable company by far, that short position will bankrupt even Bill Gates.” This comment has reignited their long-standing feud over Gates’ alleged short …

Elon Musk’s shocking claim amid Tesla feud: ’That short position will bankrupt Bill Gates’
1 week, 4 days ago

Elon Musk’s shocking claim amid Tesla feud: ’That short position will bankrupt Bill Gates’

Live Mint  

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has reignited his longstanding feud with Bill Gates, claiming that Gates’ alleged short position against Tesla could potentially bankrupt the Microsoft founder. Musk’s latest tweet boldly declared, “If Tesla does become the world’s most valuable company by far, that short position will bankrupt even Bill Gates.” According to NDTV, the feud between the two tech billionaires …

Musk calls Trudeau 'insufferable tool' after his Kamala taunt, predicts his fall
1 week, 4 days ago

Musk calls Trudeau 'insufferable tool' after his Kamala taunt, predicts his fall

India Today  

In another instance of don't mess with Musk, the Tesla boss, Elon Musk took a dig at Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for his support for Kamala Harris. MAGA incels are melting down that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that he is "a proud feminist." pic.twitter.com/YIGK59LbAF — Art Candee 🍿ðŸåä December 11, 2024 Trudeau then went ahead and called …

Some Democrats want to thaw their frosty relationship with Elon Musk
1 week, 4 days ago

Some Democrats want to thaw their frosty relationship with Elon Musk

Politico  

Musk is the world’s richest man, and his companies are helping determine the future of space exploration, electric vehicles, AI and social media. President Joe Biden said Musk’s ties to other countries were “worthy of being looked at” and attacked him as a one-time “illegal worker.” Musk, in turn, called Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris each a “puppet.” Liberals …

Not just Elon Musk: Silicon Valley's tech bosses poured millions into US presidential campaign
2 weeks ago

Not just Elon Musk: Silicon Valley's tech bosses poured millions into US presidential campaign

India Today  

NEW DELHI: Silicon Valley tech moguls made a significant impact on the recent 2024 US presidential election, with a Guardian analysis revealing that the tech industry contributed over $394.1 million to the race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. The majority of these donations came from billionaire Elon Musk, who gave an enormous $242.6 million to former President Donald Trump’s …

Elon Musk Spent $270 Million to Support Trump’s Presidency
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Elon Musk Spent $270 Million to Support Trump’s Presidency

Deccan Chronicle  

Tech billionaire Elon Musk spent at least $270 million to help Donald Trump win the US presidency, according to new federal filings, making him the country's biggest political donor.SpaceX and Tesla CEO Musk, the world's richest person, was an ardent supporter of Trump's White House campaign -- funneling money into door knocking operations and speaking at his rallies.His financial backing, …

Trump adds more billionaires to his administration after promising to help ‘everyday Americans’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump adds more billionaires to his administration after promising to help ‘everyday Americans’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest person, has been tapped to …

Elon Musk spent over $250 million to help Trump get elected, new filings show
Top News
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk spent over $250 million to help Trump get elected, new filings show

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk spent over $250m on political donations to help …

Elon Musk introduces ‘DOGE Jr.’ as he plans ‘naughty and nice’ list during Capitol Hill meeting: Watch
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk introduces ‘DOGE Jr.’ as he plans ‘naughty and nice’ list during Capitol Hill meeting: Watch

Hindustan Times  

Elon Musk seems to be taking his role in the Department of Government Efficiency quite seriously. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson walks with Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk, who is carrying his son X Æ A-Xii, as they walk to a meeting to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's planned Department of Government Efficiency, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Elon Musk …

Elon Musk funded a super PAC comparing Trump’s position on abortion to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk funded a super PAC comparing Trump’s position on abortion to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s

Associated Press  

Elon Musk was the sole funder of a super PAC formed less than a month before the election that focused on advertising intended to convince voters that Donald Trump ‘s stance on abortion was akin to that of late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. A group titled RBG PAC, formed in mid-October, received a single contribution of $20.5 million …

Elon Musk reportedly spent over $250 Million supporting Donald Trump’s presidential campaign
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk reportedly spent over $250 Million supporting Donald Trump’s presidential campaign

Hindustan Times  

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, funnelled over $250 million during the final months of this year’s election to help Donald Trump secure the presidency, according to federal filings released Thursday. Among Musk’s more unconventional efforts was a $20 million contribution to a super PAC named after Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the late liberal Supreme Court justice. How Musk funding Trump's …

Elon Musk donated over $260 million to get Trump elected to White House: Report
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk donated over $260 million to get Trump elected to White House: Report

India Today  

US billionaire Elon Musk donated at least $260 million to the Donald Trump campaign in the US elections in 2024. Musk has used his social media platform X to support Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump for his successful bid to the White House. One such group, RBG PAC, donated $20.5 million from Musk to fund ads defending Trump's record on …

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's DOGE mission: Revolutionising governance on Capitol Hill
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's DOGE mission: Revolutionising governance on Capitol Hill

India Today  

WASHINGTON: It's DOGE time at the US Capitol. Billionaire Elon Musk arrived at Capitol Hill on Thursday, expected to be joined by fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, for meetings with legislators behind closed doors about President-elect Donald Trump's plans to “dismantle” the federal government. “I think that’ll be a great start to the whole process,” said Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., …

Trump’s pick for NASA chief: Jared Isaacman has close ties with Elon Musk
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump’s pick for NASA chief: Jared Isaacman has close ties with Elon Musk

CNN  

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Garrett Reisman, a former NASA astronaut who is now a SpaceX senior adviser, also applauded the selection, calling Isaacman an “excellent choice” who will “push NASA to go further and faster.” If Isaacman’s nomination is confirmed by the US Senate, he will take over the agency at a crucial time as NASA …

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring Trump’s DOGE to Capitol Hill
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring Trump’s DOGE to Capitol Hill

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy spent several hours Thursday swapping ideas with lawmakers about President-elect Donald Trump’sDOGE initiative to dismantle parts of the federal government. “We’re going to see a lot of change around here in Washington,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson, as Musk, with his young son on his shoulders, breezed by and into …

Trump presidency: Jeff Bezos ‘optimistic’, Sam Altman ‘trusts’ Elon Musk won’t harm competitors. See what they said
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump presidency: Jeff Bezos ‘optimistic’, Sam Altman ‘trusts’ Elon Musk won’t harm competitors. See what they said

Live Mint  

Trump presidency: Tech moguls Jeff Bezos and Sam Altman both seem rather optimistic about the coming Donald Trump presidency. The Amazon founder agreed with Trump's stance on regulations in the country, while Altman supported fellow AI enthusiast Elon Musk's proposals. Elon Musk's 'DOGE' Role Looms On Musk, Bezos said he does not expect the billionaire to use his place in …

'Probably no coincidence': Report shows how Elon Musk could use power to boost his profits
2 weeks, 5 days ago

'Probably no coincidence': Report shows how Elon Musk could use power to boost his profits

Raw Story  

With X CEO Elon Musk openly toying with the idea of slashing Social Security in his role on the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency," Rolling Stone took a look at all the ways that Musk and fellow businessman Vivek Ramaswamy stand to benefit financially from their own recommendations. "It’s probably no coincidence that Musk has always opposed the bullet train …

Why Donald Trump And Elon Musk's Bromance Might Spell Trouble For Ukraine
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why Donald Trump And Elon Musk's Bromance Might Spell Trouble For Ukraine

Huff Post  

Despite his conflicting business interests, Elon Musk remains crucial to America’s efforts to support Ukraine in its war against Russia. “As long as he’s in favor with Trump, Elon Musk will attempt to to shape the outcome of Trump administration policy towards Ukraine and and what happens next,” Klain said. “He’s clearly interested in this and will keep trying to …

Elon Musk: Executives sucking up to Trump now have to factor in the ‘first buddy’
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Elon Musk: Executives sucking up to Trump now have to factor in the ‘first buddy’

CNN  

New York CNN — The New York Times once wrote a story about how Mark Zuckerberg, the 40-year-old Meta CEO, had become disillusioned with the politics he’d once promoted. Trump also welcomed his faithful “first buddy” Elon Musk into his inner circle, where Musk appears to be relishing his role as a kind of gatekeeper for executives hoping to snag …

Elon Musk: Executives sucking up to Trump now have to factor in the ‘first buddy’
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Elon Musk: Executives sucking up to Trump now have to factor in the ‘first buddy’

CNN  

New York CNN — The New York Times once wrote a story about how Mark Zuckerberg, the 40-year-old Meta CEO, had become disillusioned with the politics he’d once promoted. Trump also welcomed his faithful “first buddy” Elon Musk into his inner circle, where Musk appears to be relishing his role as a kind of gatekeeper for executives hoping to snag …

Elon Musk was 3 weeks away from bankruptcy after coup at PayPal, then he turned things around
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3 weeks ago

Elon Musk was 3 weeks away from bankruptcy after coup at PayPal, then he turned things around

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump's 2024 presidential election victory also translated into a new win for his billionaire supporter Elon Musk. As per The New York Post, Isaacson’s book details that Silicon Valley investor Peter Thiel, co-founder Max Levchin, board member Reid Hoffman, and COO and product leader David Dacks were behind the “coup.” PayPal board members masterminded Elon Musk's ouster The ouster …

‘Embarrassed’ Barron looks on as Trump and ‘First Buddy’ Elon Musk dance to YMCA at Mar-a-Lago Thanksgiving
3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Embarrassed’ Barron looks on as Trump and ‘First Buddy’ Elon Musk dance to YMCA at Mar-a-Lago Thanksgiving

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy “First Buddy” Elon Musk joined Donald Trump and his family …

'He saw an opportunity': Analyst says key Trump ally poised to take over as king of MAGA
3 weeks, 2 days ago

'He saw an opportunity': Analyst says key Trump ally poised to take over as king of MAGA

Raw Story  

Elon Musk’s motive for aligning himself with Donald Trump and MAGA world may not be as clear cut as it seems, according to a political analyst who said the tech billionaire has positioned himself as the new owner of the Republican Party and MAGA movement. Think of Musk as the “man behind the curtain,” said political strategist Chai Komanduri, except …

Musk to hold talks with Republicans on sweeping spending cuts
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Musk to hold talks with Republicans on sweeping spending cuts

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's incoming government efficiency chief Elon Musk will meet Republican lawmakers next week to begin discussions about the tech billionaire's new commission tasked with cutting billions of dollars in federal spending. Mike Johnson, the Republican speaker of the House of Representatives, said in a post on X he was looking forward to hosting Musk next Thursday, along with his …

Maggie Haberman reveals the one reason Trump could end up ditching Musk
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Maggie Haberman reveals the one reason Trump could end up ditching Musk

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New York Times journalist and author Maggie Haberman has revealed …

Awkward moment Trump asks Musk a baffling question at SpaceX launch
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Awkward moment Trump asks Musk a baffling question at SpaceX launch

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kai Trump captured an awkward moment between her grandfather Donald …

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