Musk’s political push: Influence, power, and conflicts of interest

Elon Musk is leveraging his wealth, corporate influence, and technological reach to support Donald Trump's 2024 presidential bid, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest. Musk's business empire, from Tesla and SpaceX to social media platform X, is intertwined with government policies, grants, and regulations. His proximity to the White House could influence federal agencies, reshape public policy, and boost his personal ventures, blurring lines between politics, technology, and power in unprecedented ways.

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By Liam Denning, Thomas Black and Dave Lee

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