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2024 - 11 - 6

Elon Musk’s Wild Ride with Trump: From Twitter Feuds to Stock Surges!

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What happens when billionaires and politics collide? Elon Musk’s gamble on Trump is paying off, and Tesla shares are soaring! Check out the wild political moves and meme-fueled celebrations from the world’s richest man!

In a captivating political saga, Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has thrown his considerable weight behind former President Donald Trump. Musk didn't just sit on the sidelines; he poured over $100 million into Trump's campaign, making him one of the largest supporters of the ex-president's quest to reclaim the White House. Following Trump's recent success in the elections, Musk celebrated loudly on social media, unleashing a torrent of images and memes reflecting his exuberance. As someone who’s no stranger to making headlines, Musk's enthusiastic support for Trump showcases his penchant for betting big on political horses, probably while tweeting about rockets and electric vehicles.

With the ink barely dry on Trump's electoral win, one can already foresee Musk's potential influence in a renewed Trump administration. The billionaire's prior relationship with the former president may translate into an official role—perhaps as an advisor or a liaison between Silicon Valley and the White House. As the Tesla stock surged by nearly 14% in premarket trading, it’s clear that Musk’s charisma and deep business connections could reshape the regulatory landscape in favor of his companies. It’s not every day that a billionaire rivals politicians in making drastic political moves; however, Musk appears ready to shake things up further.

As always in the world of politics, sentiment matters a lot, and what better testimony is there than from Trump himself? During his victory speech, Trump called Musk a "super genius," recognizing how instrumental Musk's support was in galvanizing many voters. This camaraderie between the two power players sets the stage for an alliance that could redefine tech and governance. But it’s not just about support and shared ideologies; the stock market is also watching, with Tesla's shares breaking record highs in anticipation of what Musk might accomplish from inside—or outside—the Oval Office.

Looking ahead, the synergy between Musk and Trump could mean lightened regulatory burdens for transformational projects such as renewable energy and space exploration. Investors are usually keen on political relationships, especially when they can lead to favorable outcomes. The real question remains: will Musk's political momentum carry him to more significant heights, or will his ambitious dreams fizzle like a poorly designed prototype rocket? For now, it appears that greed—and friendships—are fueling the rocket that is the Tesla share price!

Did you know that Elon Musk's ventures have a track record of remarkable success? His wealth surged with the rise of Tesla and SpaceX, two companies that have disrupted their respective industries. Additionally, the bond between Musk and Trump has raised eyebrows globally, fascinating political analysts and investors alike! As always, in the explosive realm of tech and politics, one can only buckle up for the ride ahead!

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Elon Musk bet big on Trump. Here's what he stands to gain — and ... (CNNMoney)

No single business leader did more to support former President Donald Trump's candidacy than Elon Musk. But the billionaire and his business empire face ...

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Elon Musk says Trump win is just the start of his political ambitions (The Washington Post)

Trump called the billionaire a 'new star' during his victory speech and Musk announced plans to push GOP candidates in the 2026 midterms and beyond.

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Elon Musk bet big on Trump getting reelected. This is what he's won. (Business Insider)

Elon Musk will likely benefit from close ties to the president-elect and a lighter regulatory environment.

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What Elon Musk could gain from a Trump presidency (BBC News)

One of the president-elect's most visible supporters, Musk could be given a role in Trump's White House.

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Elon Musk celebrates 'win' in multiple posts after Donald Trump ... (Hindustan Times)

Elon Musk celebrated Donald Trump's election lead on social media, expressing excitement through various posts, including images and memes.

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Elon Musk's super PAC just declared Trump the winner of the 2024 ... (Fortune)

In a post on Musk's social media platform X at 1:26 a.m. ET, America PAC said "BREAKING: Donald Trump has won the 2024 Election."

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Elon Musk spent months campaigning for Trump. What's next for ... (USA TODAY)

Donald Trump and Elon Musk formed a tight partnership that may only grow stronger now that the former president is headed back to the White House.

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Trump Calls Elon Musk A 'Super Genius' In Victory Speech: Here's ... (Forbes)

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, spent more than $100 million to get Trump reelected.

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Tesla shares surge 14% in premarket trading as Donald Trump ... (Livemint)

Shares of Elon Musk's Tesla surged in Wednesday's pre-market session as Donald Trump made a comeback to the White House. The shares are up 14.62 per cent.

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Tesla stock is soaring as Elon Musk looks to benefit from Donald ... (Quartz)

The Tesla CEO is expected to have a role — or at least influence — in a second Trump administration.

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Elon Musk's gamble on Donald Trump pays off (Financial Times)

Billionaire chief of Tesla and X looks set to take up influential adviser role in White House.

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Tesla shares rise after Elon Musk-backed Donald Trump wins US ... (Hindustan Times)

Tesla shares soared after the victory of Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump in the US elections whom CEO Elon Musk had personally ...

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What Elon Musk could gain from a Trump presidency (BBC News)

One of the president-elect's most visible supporters, Musk could be given a role in Trump's White House.

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Elon Musk, the 'super genius' behind Trump's election win, set to ... (Hindustan Times)

Elon Musk, the owner of SpaceX, Tesla, and social networking platform X, has become the focus of attention with Donald Trump's US presidency.

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Elon Musk, Cardi B and More Stars React to Donald Trump, Kamala ... (E! Online)

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Tesla Shares Hit Record—Soaring 12%—And Elon Musk Becomes ... (Forbes)

Trump praised Elon Musk as a “super genius” for his support throughout his campaign.

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Elon Musk is about to find out what $130 million for Donald Trump ... (Business Standard)

No billionaire did more to help Donald Trump win the US presidential election than Elon Musk. The Tesla Inc. and SpaceX boss will now find out whether it pays ...

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Tesla stock price up by 15% after Elon Musk-backed Donald Trump ... (Hindustan Times)

The surge comes after the US president-elect mentioned the billionaire at his victory speech in Florida. On NASDAQ, Tesla shares were trading at $289.41, up by ...

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Trump's victory speech hails 'new star' Elon Musk after tech titan's ... (Fortune)

The Tesla CEO is a rising force in the Republican Party after playing a pivotal role in helping Donald Trump cruise to victory in Tuesday's election.

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Tesla shares soar 13% as Trump win sets stage for Elon Musk's ... (The Associated Press)

Shares of Tesla soaring after an election that will send Donald Trump back to the White House, an outcome that has been strongly backed by CEO Elon Musk in ...

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How Trump's 'new star' Elon Musk stands to benefit from his ... (The Guardian)

There are already signs of a return on the Tesla chief's political investment, and there could be more to come.

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Breakingviews: Elon Musk's biggest conflict is with Donald Trump (Reuters)

Elon Musk has arrived. Shares of his electric car-maker Tesla added roughly $100 billion in value when markets opened Wednesday following Donald Trump's ...

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Trump won, but Elon Musk may be the bigger winner (Axios)

Trump won, but Elon Musk may be the bigger winner · He wanted a Trump win — and got it, after spending more than $130 million on the race, according to CFRA ...

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'What's Starlink?' Trump talks Elon Musk, Starship and SpaceX in ... (Space.com)

President-elect Donald Trump had high words of praise for Elon Musk and SpaceX during his election night victory speech, mentioning twice that he did not ...

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Tesla shares surge after Donald Trump hails Elon Musk as a genius ... (Independent Online)

Tesla shares leapt as Donald Trump wins the US elections and praises brilliance of Elon Musk.

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Musk's 'golden ticket': Trump win could hand Tesla billionaire ... (USA TODAY)

Musk could hold significant sway over government policy and the federal agencies that oversee his six companies, from Tesla to SpaceX to Starlink.

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Trump's win made Elon Musk $15 billion richer | CNN Business (CNNMoney)

Tesla shares surged on Donald Trump's presidential victory, increasing the net worth of the world's richest man.

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Elon Musk's $20 Billion Net Worth Jump Leads Billionaire Surge ... (Forbes)

Elon Musk's $20 Billion Net Worth Jump Leads Billionaire Surge After Trump's Win—Fortunes Of Bezos, Buffett And More Swell · Topline · Key Facts · Contra · Tangent.

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How Elon Musk could influence Trump's second term | CNN Politics (CNN)

Billionaire Elon Musk went all-in supporting Donald Trump's campaign. What will he ask for in return? And how will his influence be felt in the second Trump ...

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The Elon Musk effect: How Donald Trump gained from billionaire's ... (Aljazeera.com)

Tech tycoon played pivotal role in Trump win, pumping money into campaign and using X to megaphone hardline MAGA views.

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Being Elon Musk (Fortune)

Musk's MVP status with the incoming president makes one wonder where he'll exert his newfound influence.

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

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.

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How Elon Musk Bought America (Slate Magazine)

As an immigrant, Elon Musk is constitutionally barred from running for the American presidency. It's a silly rule. (Why should an accident of birth ...

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What would Elon Musk do in government? (The Economist)

No CEO has ever bet so big on a commander-in-chief—and won | Business.

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The growing danger of Elon Musk's misinformation machine (Vox)

It was all pretty on-brand for the billionaire, who has become one of Donald Trump's biggest supporters and a one-man misinformation machine. When it was clear ...

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Trump isn't the real danger to America—it's Elon Musk (Prospect)

Musk has become a craven cheerleader for America's next president and will now have real political power. If that prospect doesn't terrify you, ...

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Behind the Curtain: The most powerful (unelected) man ever (Axios)

He now sits at the pinnacle of power in business, government influence and global information (and misinformation) flow.

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Forbes Daily: Elon Musk Gets Richer As His Risky Bet On Trump ... (Forbes)

Thursday's edition of Forbes Daily features stock market records, Elon Musk's new political influence, the cost of tariffs, 2024 likely to set heat record ...

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Elon Musk is Already Asking Trump for Payback After Supporting His ... (Inc.com)

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

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With Trump's win, Elon Musk stands to benefit (NPR)

The billionaire businessman has spent weeks campaigning relentlessly for Donald Trump. That dedication could lead to major benefits for him and his ...

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Did Elon Musk Win the Election for Trump? (WIRED)

Through his wealth and cultural influence, Elon Musk undoubtedly strengthened the Trump campaign. WIRED unpacks whether it really was his efforts that ...

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