Musk has publicly denied reports from Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal that Trump was considering Musk for a policy advisory role.
Elon Musk has denied reports that he continues to advise former President Donald Trump on cryptocurrency issues, but has again expressed support for digital assets.
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has publicly denied the reports, which came after Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump was considering Musk for a policy advisory role if he wins the November election.
Publicly deny the false reports
Musk said in a May 30 social media post:
“I’m pretty sure I’ve never had any discussion with Trump about cryptocurrency. That said, I generally tend to support things that shift power from the government to the people, and cryptocurrency has the potential to do just that.”
The reports suggest that Trump plans to formally give Musk an official role in economic and border security policymaking in a future administration.
Musk plays a key and often controversial role in the cryptocurrency space. From Tesla's high-profile announcement of its purchase of Bitcoin to his repeated endorsement of Dogecoin to his appearance on Saturday Night Live, he has become a prominent figure in the digital currency space.
Meanwhile, Trump's attitude towards cryptocurrencies has undergone a change. He was initially skeptical of cryptocurrencies, even calling them a "scam," but later he embraced digital assets, especially through his successful NFT (non-fungible token) project. This change in attitude is consistent with the broader trend of cryptocurrencies becoming a focus of discussion in the 2024 US presidential election. $BTC $TRUMP
Reported participation
According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump and Musk have discussed recognizing Musk's influence on policy, reflecting Musk's growing alignment with the Republican Party.
Musk has also been implicated in a series of efforts to influence U.S. business leaders not to support Joe Biden, who defeated Trump in the 2020 election and is seeking re-election.
Trump's conversation with Musk reportedly involved billionaire investor Nelson Peltz and involved funding a data-driven project aimed at preventing election fraud. However, specific details about the discussion remain scarce.
Trump campaign spokesman Brian Hughes stressed that Trump alone has the authority to decide the role anyone plays during his presidency.
As of now, representatives of the Trump and Biden campaigns have not made any statements on the matter.
No official endorsement yet
Musk has already made it clear in March that he will not financially support either Trump or Biden, but he plans to use his influence to rally people against Biden.
Musk has publicly expressed criticism of the Biden administration on immigration policy, electric vehicle development and tariffs, but he has not formally announced his support for any candidate in the November election.
It is reported that Musk's growing ties with the Republican Party and some controversial comments he has made have begun to change some consumers' views of him.
As the election approaches, cryptocurrency and politics are becoming increasingly intertwined, with high-profile figures like Musk becoming increasingly influential in guiding public conversation and discussion.
Conclusion:
As the cryptocurrency market and politics become increasingly connected, people are paying more attention to the positions and influence of celebrities such as Musk in this field. Although the rumors between Musk and Trump have sparked widespread discussion, Musk's attitude and position are still eye-catching. His support and participation in digital assets, as well as his possible connection with Trump, echo the changes in the cryptocurrency industry and the political landscape.
Against this backdrop, as the election approaches, people's stances on cryptocurrencies, political influence, and celebrities will continue to be in the spotlight. At the same time, Musk, as a high-profile figure, will continue to lead the public's attention and thinking on these important issues through his words and deeds. #加密货币 #马斯克 #特朗普 #政策顾问
