The charismatic founder of Tesla and SpaceX, Elon Musk, has never been more politically engaged than during this 2024 American election. Having become a fervent supporter of Donald Trump, Musk did not hesitate to publicly display his support for the Republican candidate throughout the campaign. At 4:32 a.m. on Wednesday, when the first results seemed to favor Trump, Musk expressed his satisfaction on the X platform (formerly Twitter), posting a terse but meaningful tweet: “Game, set and match. »
This alliance, while surprising to some, is part of a journey where Musk has consistently defied norms and expectations. Known for his visionary ambitions and bold approach to technology, Musk has made his mark on the automotive, energy and even aerospace industries. His influence is undeniable, and his X platform now gives him unique broadcasting power, transforming his support into a major campaign asset for Trump. Even taking the stage at a rally in Pennsylvania, Musk clearly demonstrated that he does not intend to play a passive role in this election.
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For Musk, this support goes beyond friendship. His involvement reflects personal and economic issues. For several months, he has suggested that a victory for Kamala Harri could threaten his businesses and even his own future. Indeed, Harris promised to strengthen regulations on large technology companies, targeting in particular monopoly abuse, the protection of personal data and the impact of online disinformation. Musk, half-heartedly, expressed fears about potential prosecution, seeing a Democratic administration as a risk to his fortune and influence.
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This intense involvement in the campaign is also accompanied by speculation about his political ambitions. Several observers raise the possibility that Musk will be offered an official role in a Trump administration, as special advisor on technological and economic issues. His expertise in artificial intelligence, renewable energy and transport could make him a valuable ally in a Republican government, especially at a time when technological issues are at the heart of economic and security debates.
In this context, his tweet “Game, set and match” is not limited to discreet support but embodies an anticipated personal victory, reinforcing the image of this unprecedented alliance between two emblematic figures of contemporary America. It remains to be seen whether Musk, now a political actor in his own right, will continue to play this key role behind the scenes in a potential Trump administration, at a time when his companies and ideas are already redefining the economic and technological future of the United States. .
