Elon Musk's High-Stakes Gamble on Trump: Triumph and Tensions

Elon Musk played a significant role in supporting Donald Trump's election campaign, transforming Twitter into a platform for GOP propaganda and aligning with far-right influencers. Despite financial losses and Tesla's struggles, Musk's efforts were driven by potential gains from a Trump administration, including a promised Cabinet position and regulatory relief. His influence extended through a network of "manosphere" figures, amplifying far-right sentiments and misinformation, while leveraging dissatisfaction with the current administration to mobilize new voters.