2024-11-21 10:04:36 :
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk reportedly attended a meeting between US President-elect Donald Trump and Google’s Sundar Pichai private calls. according to informationthe call was to congratulate Trump on winning the presidential election.
Shortly after the election, Sundar Pichai reached out to Trump to offer his congratulations. However, an unexpected participant, Elon Musk, was also allegedly listening in on the conversation online. Musk’s involvement comes amid growing speculation about his deepening ties to the Trump administration.
Ahead of Election Day on November 5, Trump revealed that he has been in contact with other technology leaders, including Apple CEO Tim Cook.
“Two hours ago, three hours ago, he (Cook) called me,” Trump said during a conversation with podcaster Patrick Bate-David. The call focused on the EU’s imposition of sanctions on Apple. financial penalties.
Reports also show that Musk has almost always sided with Trump in recent months. Musk is a frequent presence at the president-elect’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, and has become a trusted advisor both publicly on social media platform X and privately in the political world.
Musk’s political involvement extends beyond phone calls. Federal records show he donated at least $119 million to pro-Trump political groups. Observers believe this is a strategic move to secure favorable policies for his company.
Tesla, SpaceX and Neuralink all rely on government regulation and subsidies and would benefit from a close relationship with the government.
In addition to his financial support, Musk also endorsed Trump on July 13, just hours after Trump was assassinated in Pennsylvania. The endorsement marked the beginning of Musk’s public support, which culminated in him spending election night with Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
Musk’s influence extends beyond domestic politics
Musk’s influence isn’t limited to domestic politics. His interactions with world leaders and involvement in key decision-making processes underscore his growing role as a political power broker. Some in Trump’s circle even call him “Friend No. 1” for his loyalty and strategic advice.
As Musk continues to leverage his connections to launch his ventures, critics have questioned the ethics of the relationships.
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