– Former President Donald Trump indicated in a Reuters interview that he would offer Tesla CEO Elon Musk a Cabinet or advisory role if he’s re-elected.
– Trump’s remarks follow a recent interview with Musk on his platform X (formerly Twitter), where Trump praised Musk’s electric vehicles, despite his mixed views on electric car incentives.
– Musk, who previously supported President Biden in the 2020 election, recently endorsed Trump following an assassination attempt on the former president, expressing hopes for his recovery.
– Trump noted he’s a fan of both electric and gasoline-powered cars, suggesting flexibility in his energy policy views.
– Earlier, Musk denied being in talks with Trump for a White House role but indicated interest in a government efficiency commission to ensure proper taxpayer spending during their recent conversation.
– Musk’s net worth is $248.6 billion, making him the world’s richest person, while Trump’s is estimated at $4.4 billion.