Musk Endorses Lutnick for Treasury Leadership Role
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Elon Musk has endorsed Howard Lutnick over Scott Bessent for the role of US Treasury Secretary in Donald Trump's administration, emphasizing Lutnick's potential for enacting change. Musk's support highlights his growing influence with Trump, who recently appointed him to lead a government cost-cutting initiative. The race for Treasury Secretary has intensified, with Lutnick and Bessent as top contenders following John Paulson's withdrawal. Musk's backing of Lutnick adds drama to the selection process, as both candidates have been active around Trump's Florida residence.
- Elon Musk backs Howard Lutnick as agent for ‘change’ at US Treasury Financial Times
- Elon Musk pushes Lutnick for Treasury POLITICO
- As Trump picks his Cabinet, Musk suggests he let the public weigh in on who should lead Treasury The Associated Press
- Musk Throws Support to Lutnick Over Bessent in Treasury Race Bloomberg
- Howard Lutnick, Donald Trump’s resilient transition chief The Economist
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