Summary

  • Trump and Musk have built their own reality, seeking constant attention by creating stunts that are often harmful to the economy and US citizens.
  • Trump’s main supporter, Musk, pulled the US Treasury away from democracy by gaining influence from presidential dinners.
  • Trump and Musk damage the economy to portray the tough, TV image they desire, and both of them have shown signs of disregarding facts.
  • Trump and Musk’s war on “wokeness” is a ploy to dismantle the Civil Rights Movement, while also allowing them to destroy anything that contradicts their narratives.
  • Trump and Musk jump through hoops to maintain their loyal followings, such as when Musk donated large amounts of money to fund Trump’s campaigns.
  • The two have turned to each other as a source of fuel for their conspiratorial tactics, recently and publicly showing their support for one another.
  • The recent decline in Tesla’s stock could threaten Musk’s reputation and spending power.
  • Trump and Musk are now pointing to the protests against Tesla and its dealerships as a “woke mob” to deflect criticism.

By Elizabeth Lopatto

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