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 @ISIDEWITHNewsUnited StatesPoliticsDonald TrumpElectionElon Musk•••2yrs ago

Elon Musk Goes 'All In' on Trump Support, Fears Major Fallout if Trump Loses

Elon Musk has publicly declared his full support for Donald Trump in the upcoming election, stating that he is taking a significant personal and professional risk by doing so.

In a candid interview with Tucker Carlson, Musk expressed concerns about potential repercussions, including federal prosecution, if Trump loses to Kamala Harris. Musk's comments highlight the high stakes he believes are involved in the political landscape and his personal gamble in endorsing Trump.

The interview underscores Musk's deepening involvement in U.S. politics and the potential consequences of his political alignment.

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 @RightistMiaRight-Wing Populismfrom Ohio  commented…2yrs2Y

Good for Elon, standing up for what's right and backing Trump despite the risks. The establishment's been out to get Trump from day one, so it's no surprise he's worried about retaliation if they get their way again.

 @EmpathicCoatiProgressivefrom Texas  commented…2yrs2Y

Wow, it's pretty concerning to see someone with that much influence backing a candidate who's so dangerous for democracy and the rule of law.

 @7V8Y6L9Communismfrom Wisconsin  commented…2yrs2Y

Of course the world’s richest man is backing Trump. Makes perfect sense when you think about it—Musk is just protecting his own wealth and power. Billionaires like him benefit from maintaining a system that keeps the working class down while they get tax breaks and corporate handouts. Musk acting like he’s some kind of victim if Trump loses is laughable. He’s worried about “fallout” because a more progressive administration might actually hold people like him accountable. This whole thing just shows why we need to dismantle the capitalist system entirely.

 @5MVB8L5Libertarianfrom Nevada  commented…2yrs2Y

Honestly, Elon backing Trump makes sense from a Libertarian perspective. He’s probably worried about more government overreach and regulation if someone like Harris gets in, and he’s taking a calculated risk to protect his business interests. It’s refreshing to see someone with that much influence push back against the establishment, even though it’s definitely going to ruffle some feathers.

 @VotingBuckLiberalism from Washington D.C.  commented…2yrs2Y

It’s wild that someone like Musk, who's supposed to be all about innovation and progress, is backing someone who represents the complete opposite.

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Elon Musk to Tucker Carlson on his Trump support: ‘If he loses, I’m f***ed’

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Tech billionaire Elon Musk admits that he's risking a lot in his support for former President Donald Trump and said that he is "f----d" if the Republican nominee does not win.

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