Overview
- Musk delivered the prediction via video to a private Department of Government Efficiency reunion in Bastrop, Texas, on Nov. 22, according to Politico.
- He described a "great 12-year span" comprising President Trump’s second term followed by two terms for JD Vance, as reported by Politico and relayed by Raw Story.
- Political analysts and organizers criticized the claim on social platforms, pointing out that 12 straight years for one party are rare, last seen with Reagan and Bush from 1981 to 1993.
- Under the 22nd Amendment, presidents cannot serve more than two terms, though some Trump allies have talked about challenging that limit and Trump has sold "Trump 2028" merchandise.
- At the same event, Musk also spoke about his Mars ambitions and said he considers himself a top assassination target, details The Independent reported from Politico’s account.