WSJ: Trump Considering Musk For White House Role

The Daily Beast reports:

Donald Trump had discussed with Elon Musk the possibility of the Tesla CEO stepping into a White House advisory role should he win re-election this fall, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing people close to the talks.

The report did not detail the exact role Musk would have, but the Journal said he may give formal input and influence over policies related to border security and the economy, and may soon begin developing technology to combat voter fraud.

It’s the latest proof that the duo’s once-rocky relationship has smoothed out in recent years, which was highlighted in late 2022 when Musk re-instated Trump’s account on Twitter, now X, after his profile was suspended in the wake of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

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NEW: Elon Musk & Donald Trump’s ties are deepening. The two have discussed a possible adviser role for Musk should Trump win the presidential election. Musk & Nelson Peltz have briefed Trump on a data-driven voter fraud project & anti-Biden efforts: https://t.co/pug4Uk8tK5

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