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Elon Musk's Bet on Trump Pays Off as Trump Wins 2024 Election, Calls Musk 'Super-Genius': Financial Times

Nov 6, 2024, 09:05 PM

Elon Musk's strategic gamble on supporting Donald Trump in the 2024 Presidential Election has paid off significantly. As Trump appears set to win, he acknowledged Musk in his victory speech, calling him 'a super-genius,' as reported by the Financial Times. This endorsement has led to widespread recognition of Musk's influence on the election outcome, with many commentators crediting him for his pivotal role. Some have even called Musk the 'unsung hero' of the election. The successful bet has raised questions about potential benefits for Musk's ventures, including Tesla, and his plans to occupy Mars.