Mark Cuban criticized Elon Musk for appearing at a Trump rally, stating that Musk should not trust Trump after his involvement with the campaign. However, Cuban was in the minority in an elite chat group on Signal that includes big names from both the right and left. One member who supported Musk was Vivek Ramaswamy, who called out Cuban for his comments. Others in the group have been sharing memes from the rally, including figures like Ben Shapiro, David Sacks, and Larry Summers.
The motivation behind Musk’s support for Trump has been a hot topic among political and tech elites since Musk endorsed Trump in July. Republicans see Musk’s endorsement as a game changer due to his sizable following and influence. There is speculation that Musk may make further appearances at Trump campaign stops before the election. Attendees at the rally felt that Musk shares similar goals with Trump and praised his intelligence and innovation.
Trump’s campaign appreciates Musk’s use of his social media platform, X, to promote Trump’s message. The Trump camp has referenced the Biden Administration’s denial of subsidies to Musk’s Starlink project, suggesting that Musk’s support for Trump could be influencing Trump’s decisions. The Trump Administration has allocated $42.5 billion for rural broadband, but reports indicate that no homes have been connected to the internet. Musk has said he backed Trump to preserve democracy in America, with sources in the tech industry believing that Trump’s plan to reduce federal spending could benefit citizens.
Tech industry insiders view Musk as a visionary whose success is beneficial to America. Trump has promised Musk a role in reducing government spending and reforming the government, with plans to have Musk lead a special commission. There is hope among some in the tech industry that reducing federal spending under Trump’s leadership could lead to positive changes for the country. Some in the group chat, including a crypto source, believe that Musk’s influence could lead to significant reductions in government jobs and spending on certain projects. Overall, there is anticipation and speculation regarding Musk’s potential impact on Trump’s campaign and policies.
