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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 -
Elon Musk sued over $1m-a-day election giveaway
Complaint alleges Musk’s America Pac deceived voters by falsely claiming prize winners would be chosen at random. US election 2024 – live news updates US election results 2024: live map and ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
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 -
WATCH: Elon Musk spends election night with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Elon Musk tweeted out a photo from Mar-a-Lago, showing Donald Trump huddled around and speaking with Musk and Dana White.Top stories - ABC News - 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 -
Elon Musk Helped Elect Trump. What Does He Expect in Return?
The world’s richest man gave his money and time in campaigning for the president-elect and now is putting in his requests for a friendlier regulatory environment.Business - The New York Times - November 7 -
'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 ...Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
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 consigliereBusiness - 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.Top stories - NBC News - November 9 -
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 -
Donald Trump and Elon Musk golf at Trump International after election win
The president-elect returned to golf at Trump International, the same course where an assassination attempt was made against him in September.Top stories - ABC News - November 10 -
There’s nothing scarier than Elon at your front door with a large thermometer
A behind-the-scenes look at the work of Rutherford Hall, critical communications strategistBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
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 -
Trump pulls Elon Musk, son into family photo on election night
President-elect Trump pulled tech billionaire Elon Musk and his son into a family photo on election night. The moment can be seen in a recently posted YouTube video titled “Kai Trump Election Night ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
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 ...Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Lichtman blames bad election prediction on disinformation, Elon Musk
Historian and political scientist Allan Lichtman is blaming disinformation and billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk for his incorrect prediction that Vice President Harris would win the presidency. ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
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 -
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 -
Trump selects Elon Musk to lead government efficiency department
Musk and ex-presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to head up Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) Analysis: Musk handpicked to carry out slash-and-burn cuts plan . Elon Musk and the former ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Elon Musk Puts His Imprint on the Trump Transition at Mar-a-Lago
He’s on the patio. He’s on the golf course. Everywhere Donald Trump looks, there is the world’s richest man.Top stories - The New York Times - November 13 -
Guardian will no longer post on Elon Musk’s X from its official accounts
Platform’s coverage of US election crystallised longstanding concerns about its content, says Guardian. Why the Guardian is no longer posting on X The Guardian has announced it will no longer ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Jordan Klepper Isn’t Wild About the ‘First Buddy,’ Elon Musk
“Trump’s been getting something that Elon’s 11 children will never receive: his full attention,” Klepper said on “The Daily Show.”Top stories - The New York Times - November 13