In a recent statement, billionaire Elon Musk made it clear that he has no plans to donate to either candidate for the presidency. This declaration comes in response to a report by The New York Times, which stated that Musk had a meeting with Donald Trump in Florida.
In a recent statement on X, Elon Musk clarified his stance on political donations, stating, “Just to be super clear, I am not donating money to either candidate for US President.” Musk’s declaration highlights his neutrality in the political arena.
It’s not really surprising that Musk declined. Even though he’s incredibly wealthy, he has never been a major donor in American politics. However, Trump’s meeting with the tech billionaire happened at a time when the former president was actively seeking campaign contributions.
President Joe Biden’s campaign currently maintains an edge over Trump’s. Furthermore, Trump’s reliance on political action committees to finance his legal fees has not improved the situation.
Musk has continuously criticized Biden following his statement that he voted for the president in 2020. Musk was evasive last year when questioned about whether this meant he would support Trump in the election.
During a New York Times event, Elon Musk expressed his stance on the presidential election. He stated, “I would not vote for Biden. I’m not saying I’d vote for Trump.” This remark highlights Musk’s reluctance to support Biden without explicitly endorsing Trump as an alternative.
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley’s decision to suspend her campaign on Wednesday has solidified the nominees for both major parties, although voting is still ongoing in certain states.
In addition to Trump and Biden, the 2024 presidential election is anticipated to include several third-party candidates. Among them is Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is known for his skepticism towards vaccines. Musk previously hosted an audio chat on Twitter, during which Kennedy participated as a Democratic presidential candidate.
