Tesla owner Elon Musk has actively used his platform on X, formerly known as Twitter, to influence the political landscape in favor of the former president Donald Trump and the GOP, apparently.
Although Musk assured his followers that he will not make financial contributions to either Trump or the president Joe Bidenhis continued and targeted social media activity suggests a different kind of support for Trump’s political campaign.
Musk’s posts range from speculating about Biden’s use of Adderall during his State of the Union address to endorsing Trump’s views on immigration and border policies.
This activity marks a significant shift for the tech billionaire, who once said he preferred to stay out of politics. His efforts on X have been prolific, with around 600 posts this month alone, indicating a clear intent to shape US political discourse.
Bloomberg reported that this follows Musk’s recent meeting with Trump and other potential donors, as Trump inches closer to securing the Republican nomination for the third consecutive cycle.
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Musk’s political leanings became more apparent when he declared his support for Republicans ahead of the 2022 midterm elections, despite previously expressing disdain for Trump.
Their relationship has been tumultuous, with public exchanges that highlighted their complex dynamic.
However, Musk’s recent actions suggest a desire to influence the election in favor of the GOP, even if not through direct financial contributions.
While Teslaled by Musk, will benefit from legislation signed by Biden, the tech entrepreneur has openly criticized the Biden administration for its treatment of the company, especially in discussions about the US auto industry’s transition to electric vehicles.
This criticism has extended to personal jabs at Biden, further illustrating the deteriorating relationship between the tech mogul and the current president.
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