In her new memoir, former German Chancellor Merkel expressed concern about the Western democratic order following Trump's presidency, while also feeling deeply worried about Musk's significant influence during the Trump administration.
Merkel stated that her 16 years of governance experience made her understand the need to maintain a delicate balance between business interests and political interests. Merkel's new book will be released on Tuesday, and during an interview with the German news magazine (Der Spiegel), she was asked whether the challenge posed by Trump's potential re-election is greater, to which she responded, “The large companies in Silicon Valley have enormous power through capital, and it is now quite clear that Trump has formed an alliance with these large companies.
”Musk is an advisor during Trump's second term, and he has been tasked by Trump to lead the newly established government efficiency department along with Vivek Ramaswamy. Merkel stated that such an appointment is very problematic.
“If a person has 60% of the space satellites like him, then apart from political issues, he is definitely also a concern for us.” She said, “Politics must create a social balance between the powerful and the ordinary people.” She pointed out that during the financial crisis from 2007 to 2008, through rescue and new regulations, the government was able to straighten out the situation as the ultimate authority. Merkel stated, “If this ultimate authority is too influenced by companies, whether through capital power or technological capability, then this poses an unprecedented challenge for everyone.
”She said that one major characteristic of a free society is the clear limitation on the influence of corporate power and super-rich individuals. “In democratic countries, politics will never be powerless against businesses.” Merkel admitted that during her confrontation with Trump, she supported Hillary and Harris, and their defeat made her feel sad.#BabyMarvinf9c7值得拥🈶 