What Elon Musk Stands to Gain from a Trump Comeback

Fri Jul 11 2025 10:06:26 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
What Elon Musk Stands to Gain from a Trump Comeback

As Donald Trump secures a second term, the implications for Elon Musk shine through with potential benefits for his enterprises.


Elon Musk’s firm backing of Donald Trump during the recent election could mean significant advantages for the tech billionaire, especially regarding his businesses SpaceX and Tesla, as the former president looks to make substantial government changes.

In a notable turn of events, following Donald Trump's election victory, Elon Musk was present at Mar-a-Lago, emphasizing his support for the president-elect. He took to the social media platform X, expressing confidence in Trump's mandate for change, as Trump’s win became evident. During Trump's victory speech, he lauded Musk's achievements in the space industry, particularly highlighting SpaceX's successes, cementing the bond between the two.

Musk's support for Trump has been substantial, both financially and strategically. After a violent incident during Trump's campaign, Musk promptly backed him and donated over $119 million to a Super PAC that aimed to secure Trump's re-election. Moreover, Musk initiated a robust get-out-the-vote campaign in critical regions, featuring a daily $1 million giveaway to motivate voters, which indeed sparked legal discourse but ultimately proceeded after judicial approval.

Possibly the most significant discovery from Trump's second term could be Musk's potential role in an "efficiency" initiative that the president-elect has proposed. Musk has dubbed the concept the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) — a name inspired by a popular internet meme and cryptocurrency. This could allow Musk to exert influence over government spending, aiding his various business interests.

SpaceX, under Musk’s leadership, could advantageously position itself to benefit from government contracts, especially with the Pentagon’s emerging focus on satellite technologies. Given Musk's critiques of competitors, like Boeing, regarding government contract inefficiencies, his proximity to Trump could foster favorable contract conditions for SpaceX.

Musk’s electric vehicle company, Tesla, is also set to gain, especially with Trump's vocal commitment to a minimal regulatory environment. Recent scrutiny from safety regulators on Tesla's self-driving software could face leniency under a Trump administration. Furthermore, Musk, who has faced allegations related to labor practices at Tesla, may find a more favorable environment in terms of corporate governance and labor legislation should Trump follow through with his promises to lower corporate taxes, which Musk would unquestionably welcome.

In summary, the intersection of Trump's presidency and Musk's business pursuits could redefine the corporate landscape during the next administration, with ample opportunities for Musk’s enterprises to thrive.

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