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Trump Admits He Should Offer A Position To Elon Musk If Elected
The former President of the United States, Donald Trump, recently confirmed his intention to offer a position to billionaire Elon Musk if he is elected again. In an interview with Reuters, Trump referred to Musk as a “brilliant guy” and emphasized that he would like to have him in a consulting role or even in a Cabinet position at the White House.
Donald Trump, who is seeking to return to the presidency of the United States, stated in an interview with Reuters that he would be willing to appoint Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and one of the most influential figures in the technology world, to a position in his government. The statement came as a confirmation of speculations circulating in the American media since May, when sources close to the former president suggested that Trump was interested in bringing Musk onto his team.
“He (Elon Musk) Is A Very Smart Guy…” Trump
When asked about the possibility of offering a position to Musk, Trump stated: “He is a very smart guy. I would certainly do it, if he accepted, I certainly would. He is a brilliant guy“, showing his admiration for the entrepreneur.
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“I Am Willing To Serve” Musk
Hours after Trump’s interview, Elon Musk shared on his social media an AI-generated image of himself on a podium, surrounded by American flags, with the caption: “I am willing to serve”. The post generated significant uproar and was seen as an indication that Musk might be open to the idea of participating in Trump’s government, should he be elected.
In recent months, Elon Musk has been leaning toward more conservative positions, culminating in his official support for Trump. Recently, the billionaire interviewed the former president on his social media platform, X, reinforcing the alliance between the two.
Electric Vehicles
In addition to praising Musk, Trump also addressed policies related to electric vehicles, an area where Elon Musk is a central figure due to his leadership at Tesla. Trump criticized the US$ 7,500 tax credit given for the purchase of electric vehicles, suggesting that if elected, he might eliminate this incentive. “Tax credits and incentives are generally not a great thing”, Trump said, referring to changes in Treasury Department rules that make it easier for automakers to access the credit.
During his previous term, Trump had already attempted to repeal the tax credit for electric vehicles, a measure that was ultimately expanded by President Joe Biden in 2022. The potential repeal of the credit by Trump could significantly impact the electric vehicle industry, where Elon Musk is one of the key leaders.
This statement from Trump reinforces the possibility of an unprecedented collaboration between the former president and Elon Musk that, if realized, could shape the future of technology and innovation policies in the United States.
How do you see Musk’s influence on the political landscape in the U.S. and the potential changes that this collaboration could bring? Leave your opinion in the comments!
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