Elon Musk’s Election

Judge rejects request to block Elon Musk $1 million voter giveaway

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and his America PAC are backing Donald Trump in the presidential election against Vice President Kamala Harris.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Judge allows Elon Musk's $1 million giveaways to continue

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner sought an emergency injunction to stop Elon Musk's America PAC's million-dollar giveaway.

Will Elon Musk impact who wins Pennsylvania? Experts weigh in.

Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest person, has campaigned in support of Trump.

Elon Musk can keep giving $1m to US voters in swing states, judge rules

The giveaway is not a lottery-like contest and the recipients are not chosen randomly, his lawyer said.

Elon Musk could be the biggest winner of a second Trump term

Elon Musk could reap numerous benefits from a friendly government run by Donald Trump.

Pennsylvania Judge Allows Elon Musk’s $1 Million Voter Giveaways

Judge Angelo Foglietta ruled that the pro-Trump America PAC was not an illegal lottery, as the Philadelphia district attorney claimed.

Business - Inc. - November 5

Elon Musk’s Twitter Takeover Set Off a Race to the Bottom

Social media companies that once at least tried to promote a healthy information ecosystem have largely given up—and insiders say Musk’s example gave them cover.

Tech - Wired - November 5

Racism, snipers’ bullets and Elon Musk: the Trump campaign in 10 moments

Trump’s campaign was possibly one of the most extreme, with violent rhetoric and a profound sense of grievance, but he resonated with enough people to win. US election 2024 – latest updates US ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Trump’s Victory Is a Major Win for Elon Musk and Big-Money Politics

The candidate largely let the billionaire run his $175 million ground game — a gamble that future candidates could look to emulate.

Business - The New York Times - November 6

'A star is born:' Elon Musk's big bet on Trump pays off

Elon Musk’s massive bet on President-elect Trump appears to have paid off, as the billionaire owner of Tesla and SpaceX looks ahead to an administration likely to boost his companies and his own ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

How Elon Musk stands to cash in on Trump's presidential victory

Tesla CEO Elon Musk poured at least $130 million into a pro-Trump campaign effort after an assassination attempt on the former president in July.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Elon Musk Is Already Asking Trump for Payback After Supporting His Campaign

The billionaire CEO reportedly began lobbying Trump to hire SpaceX employees for top Defense Department roles to help with government contracts and derail regulators.

Business - Inc. - November 7

What Elon Musk could gain from Trump's second term

Some of the richest men in the world have already become even richer due to President-elect Donald Trump's victory. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the net worth of Elon Musk, one of ...

Elon Musk might be Wall Street’s great white whale

The US election and elevation of the Tesla boss could lead to big deal fees. The race is on to be his favourite consigliere

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Trump’s Historic Chief of Staff Pick, and What Elon Musk Wants Now

Plus, for $200, he was the voice of the internet.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 8

Who's really the 'puppet'? Jimmy Kimmel returns Elon Musk's 'propaganda' shade

Jimmy Kimmel channels Elon Musk's words as he fires back at the Tesla CEO for his 'nonsense propaganda puppet' dig on social media. 'You bought Twitter,' Kimmel said Thursday.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 8

Elon Musk briefly joins Trump's call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Tech mogul Elon Musk briefly joined President-elect Donald Trump's phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, according to a source familiar with the matter.

Elon Musk reportedly makes surprise appearance on Trump-Zelenskyy call

X chief, who campaigned hard for Trump, spoke to Ukraine leader after being handed phone by president-elect. Elon Musk reportedly made a surprise guest appearance on a call between Donald Trump and ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Elon Musk Uses X to Promote Trump’s Incoming Administration

Since the election, Mr. Musk has used his social media company to talk up how bright the future will be under the president-elect.

Business - The New York Times - November 9

How Elon Musk became Donald Trump’s shadow vice-president

The world’s richest man has risen to become the second most powerful man in US politics. None of it was accidental. As Donald Trump watched election results roll in from a party at his ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

Elon Musk knocks Dana Carvey impression on ‘dying’ ‘Saturday Night Live’

Tech billionaire Elon Musk slammed actor Dana Carvey's impression of him on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), saying the comedy show is “dying.” “SNL has been dying slowly for years, as they become ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Elon Musk backs Sen. Rick Scott for majority leader

On Wednesday, Senate Republicans will select the next majority leader. Several Trump allies, including billionaire Elon Musk, are pushing for Florida Sen. Rick Scott. CBS News congressional ...

Elon Musk worries free speech advocates with calls to prosecute researchers and critics

First Amendment advocates are concerned that Musk could use his sway as a Trump adviser to retaliate against a long list of enemies.

Politics - NBC News - November 12

Elon Musk Is Already Doing Exactly What He Said He Would

From sitting in on calls with foreign leaders to recommending new hires, Musk is already wielding power at Donald Trump’s side.

Tech - Wired - November 12

Trump says Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head a new ‘Department of Government Efficiency’

Trump named tech billionaire Elon Musk and conservative activist Vivek Ramaswamy to head up a new "Department of Government Efficiency," fulfilling a campaign pledge to give Musk sweeping oversight ...

Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead department of government efficiency

President-elect Trump has named Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a department of government efficiency. NBC News Vaughn Hillyard has more on Trump's latest cabinet picks and the new agency.

Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead 'Department of Government Efficiency'

Donald Trump has announced that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, a former presidential candidate and ally of Trump, will lead a new "Department of Government Efficiency."

Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to run Trump’s ‘Department of Government Efficiency’

President-elect Donald Trump late Tuesday announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the “Department of Government Efficiency” in an effort to “dismantle government bureaucracy.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

Elon Musk handpicked by Trump to carry out slash-and-burn cuts plan

World’s richest man has been an enthusiastic cost-cutter – but he may find the public sector an entirely different beast. Donald Trump, president-elect of the US, announced on Tuesday that he has ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

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