

Can Elon Musk buy Trump the presidency?
Oct 22, 2024
Vittoria Elliot, a WIRED reporter focused on platforms and power, dives into Elon Musk's surprising shift from critic to supporter of Donald Trump. She discusses Musk's significant financial contributions to Trump's campaign and his recent tactics, including multi-million dollar incentives to rally voters. The conversation explores how Musk's ownership of Twitter, now X, may enhance right-wing narratives and questions what a Trump win could mean for social media regulation. Tune in for insights on the intersection of wealth, politics, and technology!
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