Overview

• Donald Trump, speaking at a rally in Arizona, dismissed rumors of Elon Musk pursuing the U.S. presidency, citing constitutional restrictions on foreign-born candidates.
• Elon Musk, a South African-born American citizen, has been a vocal political figure, opposing bipartisan U.S. budget proposals and aligning with right-wing agendas in Europe.
• Musk's endorsement of Germany's far-right AfD party has drawn accusations of foreign political interference, particularly from European officials like Thierry Breton.
• Tensions escalated as Musk defended his actions on his platform X, criticizing European leaders and invoking historical U.S. military contributions to Europe.
• Musk's growing influence in both U.S. and European politics, alongside his upcoming role in Trump's administration, has sparked debates about his impact on global political dynamics.