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Elon Musk Endorses Trump and Makes Significant Donation to Pro-Trump PAC

Billionaire's support marks a major shift in political alignment and bolsters Trump's 2024 campaign

Tesla and SpaceX Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk talks with President Donald Trump in 2020. On Saturday, Musk endorsed Trump’s presidential bid after the former President was shot during an election rally.
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Overview

  • Elon Musk publicly endorsed Donald Trump for the first time, calling him 'tough' after an incident at a rally.
  • Musk donated a sizable, undisclosed amount to America PAC, a group supporting Trump's campaign.
  • The endorsement and donation come as Trump gains fundraising momentum against President Joe Biden.
  • Musk's political involvement contrasts with his previous claims of staying out of politics.
  • Criticism of Biden's policies and admiration for Trump's toughness have been key themes in Musk's recent statements.