In a surprising turn of events, California Governor Gavin Newsom has raised concerns about a potential hidden agenda between former President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk. Governor Newsom appeared on MSNBC’s Inside with Jen Psaki, expressing apprehensions about the recent closeness between Musk and Trump.
The alarm was triggered following Musk’s announcement that he would be giving out $1 million per day to voters who signed a petition from his political action committee, AmericaPAC. This move, deemed controversial and possibly illegal by experts, has sparked worries about Musk’s involvement in the 2024 election and his growing alliance with Trump.
Governor Newsom, who has known Musk for over two decades, highlighted how the entrepreneur’s recent actions differ from his past self. He remarked on Musk’s significant contributions to Trump’s campaign and his public campaigning for the former president. Newsom expressed unease about undisclosed activities that might be taking place behind closed doors between Musk and Trump.
The governor warned about the implications of Musk “sucking up” to Trump, suggesting that it could lead to the formation of an “oligarchy” if Trump were to return to power. He urged people to pay attention to the dynamics at play and the potential consequences of individuals aligning closely with Trump.
Despite Musk’s history of supporting Newsom’s political endeavors, their relationship took a turn when Musk relocated his Tesla headquarters to Texas in 2021, citing issues with California’s regulations and taxes. Newsom, however, backed Musk in a recent dispute with the California Coastal Commission regarding SpaceX’s launch plans, demonstrating a nuanced relationship between the two figures.
As Musk solidifies his connections within Trump’s inner circle, his endorsement of the former president and active involvement in his campaign have drawn attention. Musk’s sizeable financial contributions to Trump’s campaign and his public statements in support of Trump’s reelection further showcase his alignment with the Republican party.
The evolving relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump continues to unravel as the 2024 election approaches. Musk’s political manoeuvres and growing association with Trump have sparked debates and concerns, with Governor Newsom being among those raising warnings about potential hidden agendas at play.