Elon Musk backed Trump's political committee under investigation for possible Michigan law violations
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk backed Trump's political committee under investigation for possible Michigan law violations

Hindustan Times  

Is Elon Musk's political ambition built on shaky ground? Former US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk Elon Musk's political committee under scrutiny The tech mogul previously endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 elections, a not so surprising move considering his ongoing alignment with the former president's vision. "While the America PAC is a federal political action committee, the Department is reviewing its activities to determine if there have been any violations of state law. The person speaking said that even though the America PAC is a federal political action committee, the Department is examining their activities to identify any breaches of state law. Few Legal experts disagree on whether Elon Musk's America PAC has violated Michigan election laws.

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Can Elon Musk become US president? Donald Trump's big remarks amid raging debate
1 day, 8 hours ago

Can Elon Musk become US president? Donald Trump's big remarks amid raging debate

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump on Monday called talks that he had ceded the presidency to billionaire Elon Musk a “hoax”, and said that he will be the new president of the United States. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk watch the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Texas, U.S. “No, he’s not taking the …

'He's not taking the presidency': Trump fumes about 'President Musk' at MAGA conference
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1 day, 10 hours 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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2 days, 5 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’
Top News
2 days, 5 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 …

Government shutdown: It's Elon Musk's world, and we're just living in it.
2 days, 18 hours ago

Government shutdown: It's Elon Musk's world, and we're just living in it.

Slate  

This is Totally Normal Quote of the Day, a feature highlighting a statement from the news that exemplifies just how extremely normal everything has become. “This bill should not pass.” —Elon Musk writing on X about the stopgap government funding bill H.R. In the wee hours of Wednesday morning, as Congress was scheduled to pass a bipartisan spending bill that …

'Bowed to their master': Conservative slams GOP for treating Elon Musk as shadow president
4 days, 2 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 …

Democrats blast influence of ‘President Elon Musk’ over Trump amid spending deal row
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4 days, 14 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 …

Elon Musk, Trump are viewed roughly the same by Americans: AP-NORC poll
6 days, 5 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 …

"Invitation for corruption": Warren suggests Elon Musk could be using Trump to make himself richer
1 week 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 election talk sparked concern in swing state, emails reveal
1 week, 4 days ago

Elon Musk’s election talk sparked concern in swing state, emails reveal

Al Jazeera  

Elon Musk’s claims about the risks of voter fraud in the United States presidential election prompted a flurry of concerned correspondence to election officials in a key swing state, newly released emails reveal. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO’s commentary on X prompted a Republican state senator and others in Pennsylvania, the most important battleground state with 19 Electoral College votes, …

Elon Musk warns Republicans against standing in Trump’s way — or his
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk warns Republicans against standing in Trump’s way — or his

Associated Press  

DES MOINES, Iowa — A week after President-elect Donald Trump’s victory, Elon Musk said his political action committee would “play a significant role in primaries.” The following week, the billionaire responded to a report that he might fund challengers to GOP House members who don’t support Trump’s nominees. Purchasing Twitter, truly making it a free speech platform, I think, was …

Not just Elon Musk: Silicon Valley's tech bosses poured millions into US presidential campaign
2 weeks, 1 day 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, 3 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, …

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 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 …

Trump ally behind 'mysterious group' that dumped millions in last days of campaign: report
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump ally behind 'mysterious group' that dumped millions in last days of campaign: report

Raw Story  

New campaign filings reveal that Elon Musk, one of Donald Trump's most ardent supporters during the 2024 election cycle, is behind a mysterious campaign group that ran pro-Trump ads in the final weeks leading up to Election Day, according to reports. The connection between Musk and the group – RBG PAC – had not been publicly disclosed until Thursday night …

Elon Musk reportedly spent over $250 Million supporting Donald Trump’s presidential campaign
2 weeks, 4 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, 4 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 …

'Disgusting': Ex-GOP rep shreds Elon Musk's 'dangerous' attack on civil service
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'Disgusting': Ex-GOP rep shreds Elon Musk's 'dangerous' attack on civil service

Raw Story  

Former Rep. Joe Walsh slammed tech billionaire and Donald Trump ally Elon Musk for publicly naming examples of government employees he will target for elimination. "Shame on anyone who doesn’t have a problem with the wealthiest man on the planet publicly sharing the individual names of government employees he wants fired," wrote Walsh, who went from being a Tea Party …

A fine bromance: why the Trump and Musk partnership is here to stay
1 month ago

A fine bromance: why the Trump and Musk partnership is here to stay

The Independent  

We’ve all been there. Then this week it was Elon’s turn to play host to Don, as Trump flew with him to Texas to witness a successful test launch of SpaceX’s Starship rocket. Donald Trump and Elon Musk tucked into a McDonald’s on their way to New York That’s the outcome some have predicted. To many it is no longer …

TIME covers Elon Musk’s to-do list ‘Get Trump elected, slash $2 trillion’, Tesla CEO reacts: ‘Some of them needed for…’
1 month ago

TIME covers Elon Musk’s to-do list ‘Get Trump elected, slash $2 trillion’, Tesla CEO reacts: ‘Some of them needed for…’

Live Mint  

Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Thursday reacted to TIME magazine's latest cover story featuring his ‘To-do list’. Elon Musk's ‘To-do list’ by TIME Magazine According to the photo illustration of the TIME story, Elon Musk's ‘to-do list’ has tasks like ‘Get Trump Elected’, ‘Implant Human Brain Chip’, ‘Bring Rocket Back,’ etc. The list also mentioned two unchecked boxes: ‘Slash $2 …

Skeptical lawmaker thinks Elon Musk will become ‘frustrated fairly quickly’ with DOGE role
1 month ago

Skeptical lawmaker thinks Elon Musk will become ‘frustrated fairly quickly’ with DOGE role

Raw Story  

It won’t be long before tech billionaire and Donald Trump pal Elon Musk becomes irked by Washington with his new advisory role in the incoming president’s next administration. That was the message from Rep. Ro Khanna, who aired his thoughts on POLITICO’s Tech podcast Thursday about Musk and his proposals to slash spending and eliminate large portions of the federal …

'True corruption': Elon Musk reportedly threatens to unseat senators opposing Matt Gaetz
1 month ago

'True corruption': Elon Musk reportedly threatens to unseat senators opposing Matt Gaetz

Raw Story  

Billionaire Elon Musk is reportedly threatening to finance primary challenges to Republican senators who oppose former Rep. Matt Gaetz as President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general. ABC's Selina Wang reported Thursday that an unnamed Trump advisor confirmed the news to correspondent Jonathan Karl. "Trump has been working the phones, he's been upping the pressure on Senate Republicans, even calling some of …

Donald Trump and Elon Musk's 'bromance' decoded
1 month ago

Donald Trump and Elon Musk's 'bromance' decoded

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump and Elon Musk's 'bromance' has captivated the world, with the once MAGA critic tech billionaire having now earned a seat at the Trump family table after becoming a close ally and playing a pivotal in the Republican's election victory. Donald Trump and Elon Musk 's 'bromance' has captivated the world, but body language expert Judi James warns there …

Elon Musk shrugs off any influence over Donald Trump's cabinet selections: ‘To be clear, while I have offered…’
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1 month ago

Elon Musk shrugs off any influence over Donald Trump's cabinet selections: ‘To be clear, while I have offered…’

Hindustan Times  

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has distanced himself from direct involvement in President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet selections. While Elon Musk expresses admiration for President-elect Trump and maintains a close relationship, he claims limited influence over cabinet selections. He was also photographed aboard Trump’s private jet with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Musk and Ramaswamy to head Department of Government …

Donald Trump attends SpaceX Launch in south Texas alongside Elon Musk and granddaughter Kai
1 month ago

Donald Trump attends SpaceX Launch in south Texas alongside Elon Musk and granddaughter Kai

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump watched Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship launch above Texas on Tuesday alongside top allies and granddaughter Kai while continuing to fill the top roles in his administration. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump looks on during a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket, in Brownsville, Texas, U.S., November 19, 2024 President-elect Donald Trump …

Is the Donald Trump-Elon Musk bromance already hitting a roadblock?
1 month ago

Is the Donald Trump-Elon Musk bromance already hitting a roadblock?

Firstpost  

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, seems to have had a blazing row with Boris Epshteyn, one of President-elect Donald Trump’s top advisers over his influence over the Cabinet picks. Some Trump insiders are accusing Elon Musk of trying to act as ‘co-president.’ Image Credit: AFP Musk is famed for his manic working habits and self-described “hardcore” style, running his …

Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and the rise of the Free Speech Bro.
54 years, 11 months ago

Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and the rise of the Free Speech Bro.

Slate  

As President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet takes shape, Trump has shown a preference for a very clear type: the free speech bro. On this week’s Amicus podcast, Dahlia Lithwick was joined by professor Mary Anne Franks, author of Fearless Speech: Breaking Free From the First Amendment, to discuss why the metaphorical “marketplace of ideas” works so very much like an actual …

Elon Musk's SpaceX contracts with Russia spark call for Senate investigation
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX contracts with Russia spark call for Senate investigation

Hindustan Times  

Two Democratic US senators called for an investigation into Elon Musk’s involvement in contracts between the US government and his company SpaceX, citing national security concerns raised by his reported contact with President Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials. The senators asked the departments of Defense and Justice in a letter Friday to investigate whether the alleged communications “should force …

'Potent': Writer says Harris fans running with their own voting machine conspiracies
1 month, 1 week ago

'Potent': Writer says Harris fans running with their own voting machine conspiracies

Raw Story  

Right-wing conspiracy theories about the election being stolen largely dried up after Trump emerged the victor in the 2024 election — but some liberal ones have arisen in response, even if not with the same planned and calculated violence that arose on Jan. 6. According to Molly Olmstead in Slate, one of those theories concerns tech billionaire Elon Musk, who …

Donald Trump makes jab about Elon Musk’s ‘constant’ presence in first post-victory speech: ‘I can’t get him out of here’
1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump makes jab about Elon Musk’s ‘constant’ presence in first post-victory speech: ‘I can’t get him out of here’

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 Donald Trump made a back-handed joke about Elon Musk’sreported constant …

Elon Musk Keeps Getting Hit With Lawsuits For Duping Trump Supporters
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk Keeps Getting Hit With Lawsuits For Duping Trump Supporters

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Billionaire Elon Musk has been hit with several proposed class-action lawsuits over allegations that his political action committee engaged in fraud by falsely telling voters they had a chance to randomly win $1 million when winners had actually been predetermined. As part of the PAC, Musk enticed Trump supporters in battleground states by promising them a chance …

Musk-a-Lago: Inside Elon Musk’s role on Trump’s transition team
1 month, 1 week ago

Musk-a-Lago: Inside Elon Musk’s role on Trump’s transition team

Live Mint  

In the lounge outside Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago office, cabinet hopefuls mingle with advisers and friends of the future president. Musk doesn’t have a formal title on Trump’s transition team but works daily with transition co-chairs Howard Lutnick and Linda McMahon in sessions over key personnel moves and minutiae, some of these people explained. People close to the transition expect Musk’s …

Elon Musk’s $200 million PAC: The game-changer for Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk’s $200 million PAC: The game-changer for Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign

Live Mint  

Elon Musk’s America PAC has made a significant impact on the 2024 US presidential race by contributing nearly $200 million to Donald Trump’s campaign. This change enabled the Trump campaign to access Musk’s vast resources, redirecting funds to energize turnout in crucial red states, saving campaign dollars for more targeted ads and national outreach efforts. At his election night party, …

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will form outside group to advise White House on government efficiency
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1 month, 1 week ago

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will form outside group to advise White House on government efficiency

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said Elon Musk and former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” — which is not, despite the name, a government agency. Trump said in a statement that Musk and Ramaswamy will work from outside the government to offer the White House “advice and guidance” and will …

Musk’s bold move in backing Trump paid off — and how
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1 month, 1 week ago

Musk’s bold move in backing Trump paid off — and how

Hindustan Times  

During his victory speech last Wednesday, supporters screamed Elon Musk’s name as US President-Elect Donald Trump stood onstage at his Mar-a-Lago resort, giving his winning speech. That’s why I love you Elon.” In July, Elon Musk publicly supported Donald Trump, bringing with him at least $130 million in a pro-Trump campaign effort. In July, Elon Musk publicly supported Donald Trump, …

Elon Musk's PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk's PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump

Deccan Chronicle  

Elon Musk's super PAC spent around $200 million to help elect Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the group's spending, funding an effort that set a new standard for how billionaires can influence elections.The billionaire Tesla and SpaceX CEO provided the vast majority of the money to America PAC, which focused on low-propensity and first-time voters, according to …

'Guest who wouldn't leave': Elon Musk reportedly overstaying welcome at Mar-a-Lago
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1 month, 1 week ago

'Guest who wouldn't leave': Elon Musk reportedly overstaying welcome at Mar-a-Lago

Raw Story  

Tech billionaire Elon Musk, who ran much of Donald Trump's voter outreach operation throughout the 2024 election through his super PAC, is reportedly spending so much time at the president-elect's South Florida country club that some of his aides are beginning to be unsettled by it, reported The Daily Beast on Monday. This comes after CNN's Kaitlan Collins reported, “While …

Elon Musk's political action committee spent $200 million to help Trump: Report
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk's political action committee spent $200 million to help Trump: Report

India Today  

Elon Musk’s super political action committee spent around $200 million to help elect Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the group’s spending, funding an effort that set a new standard for how billionaires can influence elections. America PAC’s work was aided by a March ruling from the Federal Election Commission that paved the way for super PACs to …

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will advise White House on government efficiency
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will advise White House on government efficiency

LA Times  

Elon Musk speaks at a campaign rally for Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden in October. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said Elon Musk and former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” — which is not, despite the name, a government agency. Trump said in a statement that Musk and Ramaswamy will work …

Elon Musk’s PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump, AP source says
1 month, 1 week ago

Elon Musk’s PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump, AP source says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk’s super PAC spent around $200 million to help elect Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the group’s spending, funding an effort that set a new standard for how billionaires can influence elections. America PAC’s work was aided by a March ruling from the Federal Election Commission that paved the way for super PACs to …

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 …

Musk, RFK Jr and Trump’s hand-picked team
1 month, 1 week ago

Musk, RFK Jr and Trump’s hand-picked team

ABC  

Sam Hawley: Elon Musk had a huge impact on Donald Trump's campaign for the presidency, throwing at least US$130 million at it. Geoffrey Kabaservice: So when Donald Trump was first elected in 2016, I don't think anyone thought he would win, including Donald Trump. Geoffrey Kabaservice: So there's a number of things that Trump has said he will do beyond …

Donald Trump and Elon Musk headed for a clash? US president-elect will be ‘irritated’ by…
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump and Elon Musk headed for a clash? US president-elect will be ‘irritated’ by…

Live Mint  

Donald Trump wins US Elections 2024: A tech journalist has predicted that the relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump may soon hit a rocky patch, following Trump’s victory in the US Elections. CNN journalist, Kara Swisher, believes that as Trump’s political power grows, Elon Musk’s increasing need for attention will create friction between the two. Elon Musk's Ambitions for …

Trump called Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and brought Musk with him
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump called Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and brought Musk with him

Salon  

Billionaire Elon Musk is already taking on a role in Donald Trump’s second term. The Tesla head and Trump benefactor reportedly joined in on a call between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday. The president-elect’s conversation lasted roughly 25 minutes and included Musk, who reaffirmed his commitment to provide Starlink satellite internet service to Ukraine, per Axios. Trump …

How Elon Musk's clout with Donald Trump could enrich his companies
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

How Elon Musk's clout with Donald Trump could enrich his companies

The Hindu  

Elon Musk’s backing of Donald Trump’s decisive victory for a second presidency gives the billionaire entrepreneur extraordinary influence to help his companies secure favorable government treatment. He's now at the forefront of a growing class of Silicon Valley billionaires championing a libertarian movement as a backlash to the California region's historically liberal ideology - which Musk now derides as a …

With Trump’s win, Elon Musk stands to benefit
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

With Trump’s win, Elon Musk stands to benefit

NPR  

With Trump’s win, Elon Musk stands to benefit toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images On Wednesday morning, following the U.S. election, Elon Musk posted what appeared to be an AI-generated image of himself on X, the social media platform he owns. Musk could be Trump’s new “Secretary of Cost Cutting” In August, Musk floated the idea of creating a “government efficiency …

Elon Musk Wants to Colonize Trump’s White House
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk Wants to Colonize Trump’s White House

Live Mint  

This column was originally published on Nov. 3Terraforming Mars may be a pipe dream, but Elon Musk is all in on colonizing somewhere closer to home: the White House. Musk’s foothold in Trump’s orbit could add direct policymaking power to his business portfolio — giving him a say on public finances and an opportunity to bring his special brand of …

Elon Musk to join Donald Trump-led US Cabinet? SpaceX and Tesla CEO says…
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk to join Donald Trump-led US Cabinet? SpaceX and Tesla CEO says…

Live Mint  

Billionaire businessman Elon Musk has emerged as an ardent supporter of Donald Trump in recent months — from attending campaign rallies to donating more than $100 million to Republican causes. He nominated five people who were predominantly businessmen as Cabinet secretaries during his first term in office — including Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson, billionaire philanthropist Betsy DeVos, and former …

Will Elon Musk join Donald Trump’s new administration?
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Will Elon Musk join Donald Trump’s new administration?

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. Read our privacy policy Elon Musk’s transformation of X, …

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