Elon Musk is one of the strongest supporters of Donald Trump.
He is determined to see the Republican candidate win the US presidential election, and he’s not just offering words or participating in the campaign.
So far, he has contributed more than $75 million to boost Trump’s campaign, with his latest controversial move being a daily lottery of one million dollars for those registering to vote in the key state of Pennsylvania.
The change in the eccentric billionaire is significant. Until recently, he preferred to influence politics from behind the scenes, getting his way without drawing too much public attention.
That’s no longer the case. Elon Musk has stepped into the spotlight, investing his time, business expertise, and deep pockets into securing the election of his preferred candidate.
But why is Elon Musk so generously supporting Donald Trump?
Clearly, it’s not because he has suddenly become convinced by Trump’s policies or developed a sudden passion for the Republican Party.
It’s evident that Musk believes both he and his businesses will benefit if the Republican candidate wins.
It’s been revealed that in exchange for his enormous support, Donald Trump has promised to appoint Elon Musk as the head of a new government efficiency commission, which would have the power to make extensive cuts to federal agencies and overhaul federal regulations.
This would give Musk incredible power, as he would essentially control the regulatory authorities that oversee companies, including his own.
Conflict of interest? Absolutely, but that seems like a minor detail to both Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
Moreover, with his government contracts and growing internal influence, Musk would become even more involved in matters of national security.
And what he likely seeks, particularly in an era where crucial decisions are being made about the future of artificial intelligence, its use, and commercialisation, is for his ideas and viewpoints to dominate.
In short, he wants the US—and indeed the entire world—to adapt to his vision.
“The Tesla and X magnate has long dreamed of reshaping the world according to his extreme view of what reform means. And Trump may be his Trojan horse,” wrote Franklin Foer in The Atlantic.
