In a recent interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, Elon Musk disclosed that he had planned to endorse President Donald Trump for the 2024 election even before an assassination attempt on Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. This revelation came as a surprise to President Trump, who was unaware of Musk’s early decision.
During the interview, Hannity mentioned that Musk’s endorsement followed the assassination attempt, to which Musk responded, “I was going to do it anyway.” When Hannity asked if the incident accelerated his decision, Musk acknowledged, “That was a precipitating event.” President Trump, appearing surprised, remarked, “I didn’t know that.”
Musk’s endorsement has been considered influential in the 2024 election cycle, with some analysts suggesting it bolstered Trump’s campaign. Musk’s active participation, including attending rallies and publicly supporting Trump, has been noted as a significant factor in the political landscape.
This development highlights the evolving relationship between Musk and President Trump, as well as Musk’s growing involvement in political affairs.