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In a recent display of political theater, President-elect Donald Trump took to the stage at the Turning Point Action Conference in Phoenix to set the record straight regarding the rumors swirling around tech mogul Elon Musk. It seems that some folks out there in the liberal universe are a tad too keen on spreading conspiracy theories, with their latest wild claim being that Musk is poised to snatch the presidency right out of Trump’s hands. According to Trump, that is simply not happening.
In a move that can only be described as both amusing and effective, Trump assured the crowd that Musk, while impressive in his own right, is definitely not embarking on a presidential campaign. He confidently proclaimed that Musk has not been born a U.S. citizen, a fundamental criterion for occupying the nation’s highest office as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. Apparently, the man from South Africa, who became a naturalized citizen in 2002, is not precisely what the founding fathers had in mind for a Commander-in-Chief.
Speaking at the Turning Point USA Summit on Sunday, President-elect Trump laughed off the notion that Elon Musk would be "taking the presidency," saying, "That's not happening," and joking Musk can't be president anyway since he wasn't born in the U.S. https://t.co/Zz5uRS0V3x pic.twitter.com/qvTzHReWdS
— ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) December 23, 2024
Trump’s humorous jab at the situation drew laughter from the audience, as speculation swirled about the billionaire’s newfound influence in political circles. While some Democrats have alleged that Musk is trying to do too much, one can’t help but wonder if they’re just feeling the pressure from a man who isn’t afraid to poke the political beast when necessary. Trump tapped Musk for a government efficiency role and still made it abundantly clear that there’s no co-presidency in the cards—just another day of sticking it to the political elite who seem to struggle with a little thing called reality.
On the other side of the political spectrum, liberal figures like Rep. Maxwell Frost attempted to sound the alarm over the supposed “Musk-Trump alliance.” Frost’s claims that Musk has paid off Trump to become co-president are nothing short of dramatic, echoing the classic leftist trope that big money has no place in politics—unless, of course, it’s their big money. Irony, it seems, is lost on some.
In response to Trump’s rebuttal, Rep. Eric Swalwell made waves online with a cheeky interpretation of the purported dynamic between Musk and Trump. His assertion that Trump plays more of a “Press Secretary” role, while Musk serves as the “muscle,” only serves to highlight the desperation some have to belittle Trump’s influence. It’s almost a compliment; if Trump is the mouth of this operation, then it certainly packs quite the punch. Yet the consensus among conservatives remains crystal clear: both Trump and Musk are forces to be reckoned with, and an unholy alliance in Washington seems far-fetched and frankly laughable.
The left is clearly just trying to keep their narratives alive, projecting their fears onto two of the most powerful men in the world today. It’s entertaining to watch as they flounder in their attempts to undermine Trump’s presidency while attempting to elevate Musk to something he’s not. One thing is certain—the Democrats should probably save their breath and focus on their own failing leadership, rather than making outlandish claims about a billionaire and a president who clearly won’t back down anytime soon.
