Elon Musk Says Donald Trump Calls Him For No Reason: 'I Don't Know Why'

Bibhu Pattnaik

June 15, 2024

Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled details of his interactions with former President Donald Trump during the company’s shareholder meeting.

What Happened: During the meeting, Musk revealed his discussions with Trump, stating, “He does call me out of the blue for no reason. I don’t know why, but he does.”

He added that he has been promoting the significance of electric vehicles (EVs) in their conversations, reported Fox News.

Musk also said that Trump is “very nice when he calls” and recalled telling Trump that EVs are “pretty good for the future” and that “America’s the leader in electric cars.”

According to the billionaire entrepreneur, many of Trump’s friends are Tesla owners and fans. The Wall Street Journal earlier reported about the twos “growing alliance,” suggesting that Trump could offer Musk an advisory role in the White House if the former regains the presidency. However, Musk has not commented on this speculation.

Also Read: In Rambling Speech, Donald Trump Issues Grim Warning About US Auto Industry: ‘If I Don’t Get Elected … It’s Going To Be A Bloodbath For The Country’

Why It Matters: The relationship between Musk and Trump has been a topic of interest for some time. Earlier this year, The Wall Street Journal drew comparisons between the two, highlighting their shared penchant for controversy and self-promotion. The report suggested that Musk’s recent actions were reminiscent of Trump’s approach.

Following President Joe Biden‘s dig at Trump at the White House correspondents’ dinner in April, Musk also reacted with a blunt, one-word response, sparking discussions about his feelings toward Trump and the current administration.

Now Read: Trump Vs. Biden: One Candidate Hold Slim Lead Over Other In Latest Poll

This content was partially produced with the help of Benzinga Neuro and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.

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