On with Kara Swisher The “Elon Election”: What It Means For America and Musk
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Nov 4, 2024 
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, becomes a central figure in the upcoming U.S. election, acting as a top surrogate for Trump. Zoë Schiffer, from Wired, discusses Musk's control over narratives at X, while Eva Dou from The Washington Post sheds light on the tech policies surrounding Musk's ventures. They dive into Musk's political influence, the conservative shift on Twitter, and the pros and cons of corporate cost-cutting strategies in governance, revealing how Musk's ambitions intertwine with his business interests.
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Shift in Allegiance
- Elon Musk's support for Trump seemingly intensified after a perceived assassination attempt on Trump.
- Musk identifies with Trump's strongman image and defiance.
Business-Driven Politics
- Mark Cuban suggests that Elon Musk's political involvement is primarily driven by business interests.
- Musk's actions as "the Twitter guy" hold more global sway than his roles at Tesla or SpaceX.
Megaphone's Might
- Elon Musk's most impactful tool in the election is his megaphone, specifically X (formerly Twitter).
- His vast reach and ability to sway a key demographic outweigh his financial contributions.
