Donald Trump Praises Elon Musk: “A Star is Born”

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts:

1. Elon Musk contributed approximately $120 million to Donald Trump’s election campaign.
2. Trump praised Musk at a rally in Florida, saying, “A star is born.”
3. Trump commended SpaceX’s successful rocket landing feat.
4. Trump emphasized protecting America’s great minds.
5. Trump noted Musk’s rapid Starlink deployment during Hurricane Helene, saving lives.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth:

Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s collaboration recently reached a significant milestone at a large rally in Florida. Trump publicly acknowledged Musk’s support and contributions to his election campaign. “A star is born,” Trump declared about Musk, prompting cheers from the crowd.

Elon Musk, the world’s richest individual, has contributed around 0 million to Trump’s campaign and transformed his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), into a campaign tool. Trump himself stated that Musk is an extraordinary individual, recounting their two-week campaign tour in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania.

Trump also highlighted SpaceX’s achievement in catching its Super Heavy booster mid-air, describing it as something out of a “space-age movie.” “I thought it would crash, but it descended so smoothly and held onto it as one holds a baby,” Trump said.

Trump revealed that he asked Musk whether China, Russia, or even the U.S. could replicate such a feat. Musk’s answer was, “They can’t.” Trump expressed his admiration, saying, “That’s why I love you, Elon.”

Musk’s swift response during Hurricane Helene also garnered Trump’s praise. By providing Starlink connections rapidly, Musk helped save many lives. Trump described this move as incredible and commended Musk’s dedication.

Trump further mentioned that he envisions Musk in his administration as a “secretary of cost-cutting,” although he clarified that Musk would not be in his Cabinet.

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