Whereas it’s unlikely that Musk will serve in a Trump cupboard as a consequence of his commitments at Tesla, SpaceX, and X (previously Twitter), Trump has expressed a need to contain Musk in some capability—notably in streamlining authorities operations and addressing the challenges of synthetic intelligence.
Throughout a latest interview with former Navy SEAL Shawn Ryan, Trump mentioned Musk’s potential position in his administration. “We’ve to cherish our geniuses,” Trump mentioned, referring to Musk. “He’s an excellent man, and what he actually wish to do is get entangled in reducing a number of the fats.”
Nonetheless, Trump additionally acknowledged that Musk’s tasks together with his corporations may stop him from taking over a proper cupboard place. “He’s operating large companies and all that, so I don’t suppose he might be cupboard,” Trump mentioned, suggesting as an alternative that Musk might function a guide.
Trump highlighted Musk’s potential contributions within the realm of synthetic intelligence, emphasizing the significance of staying aggressive with different international powers. “He might seek the advice of on AI… It’s crucial for the nation. If we don’t do it, China’s gonna do it, or anyone else,” Trump mentioned.
So, what precisely would Musk do? In accordance with Trump, Elon would function a type of high-level guide, specializing in streamlining authorities operations and tackling the ever-looming AI problem. “He might seek the advice of on AI… It’s crucial for the nation. If we don’t do it, China’s gonna do it, or anyone else,” Trump warned, leaning into the aggressive narrative that has more and more outlined his pitch to voters.
“Elon and I’ve a fantastic relationship. He’s nice,” Trump additionally mentioned, including with typical aptitude, “He’s a very uncommon character…However he is an excellent man.”
This marks a big improvement within the relationship between Trump and Musk, who had beforehand engaged in public disagreements however have since aligned extra intently, notably as Musk has turn into extra concerned in right-wing politics. Musk just lately endorsed Trump and performed a job in forming a pro-Trump tremendous PAC earlier this yr.
