Elon Musk joins Trump in calls with world leaders, highlighting new influence after campaign support
Elon Musk participated in calls between President-elect Donald Trump and world leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. This marks a significant development in Musk's influence following his substantial financial support for Trump's campaign.
During the call with Zelenskyy, Musk expressed his commitment to supporting Ukraine through his Starlink satellite service. His involvement in these discussions highlights his close relationship with Trump, who has praised Musk as an "amazing guy."
Musk's potential role in a new government department focused on efficiency could give him oversight over agencies that regulate his companies, Tesla and SpaceX. This connection may benefit both Musk and other tech leaders seeking reduced regulations.