Elon Musk, the billionaire co-chair of the Department of Government Efficiency, suggested he could oppose Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) for speaker of the House — moments after promising "full support" for the Republican lawmaker.
Elon Musk backed Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Monday, as the top Republican in the House attempts to secure support ahead of Friday’s Speaker vote. The tech mogul’s vote of confidence followed President-elect Trump’s “Complete & Total” endorsement of Johnson earlier in the day.
Yes, Republicans have a trifecta. Yes, Trump is president. But hardliners’ inability to take ‘yes’ for an answer means Democrats can act as the ‘governing majority,’ in a coalition with Mike Johnson,
The reversal leading to Johnson’s victory comes after President-elect Donald Trump endorsed Johnson and said he would make calls on Johnson’s behalf in the days leading up to the vote for a speaker, which must be completed before the House can conduct any further business.
Elon Musk, the worlds wealthiest individual and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has stirred controversy yet again by publicly endorsing Mike Johnson for House Speaker. Musks support aligns him with former President Donald Trump,
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As Speaker Mike Johnson faces a vote that could end his tenure, analysts warn it will not be without consequences for House Republicans.
Before U.S. Rep.-elect Mike Haridopolos begins his first term in Congress, he will cast a vote for House Speaker. The Indian Harbour Beach Republican tells Florida Politics he intends to support Speaker Mike Johnson remaining in power. “He’s handled himself in very challenging times in a very graceful, thoughtful way,” Haridopolos said.
The world's richest man just helped Donald Trump return to the White House, but Elon Musk isn't just interested in the future of the United States.
The New York Times reported that the world’s wealthiest individual effectively became the president-elect's tenant after Election Day.