Maye Musk on Changing Political Affiliation and Supporting Elon Musk in the Political Landscape

Maye Musk, mother of entrepreneur Elon Musk, recently shared her feelings of “relief” after leaving the Democratic Party to join the Republican Party, describing her former affiliation as “malicious and dishonest.” During an appearance on “The Bottom Line” on FOX Business Channel, Maye explained her transition to a more conservative stance, initially influenced by her perception of the media’s portrayal of Republicans and her son Elon.

Having become a U.S. citizen, Maye initially aligned with the Democratic Party, influenced by media outlets like CNN and The New York Times. However, witnessing negative portrayals of her son, she questioned the narratives against him and ultimately distanced herself from the party.

Elon Musk, known for his acquisition and rebranding of Twitter to X in 2023, has advocated for free speech on the platform and expressed support for former President Trump. He has also publicly committed to reducing government waste by $2 trillion, a goal Maye believes is achievable and considers Elon modest for proposing.

Reflecting on Elon’s business acumen, Maye praised his leadership of companies like SpaceX and Tesla, highlighting his ability to foster innovation and listen to his teams. Despite criticism and concerns about Elon’s alignment with Trump, Maye acknowledges the presence of prominent Democrats on X and expresses her maternal concern over the scrutiny he faces.

Maye’s perspective underscores her belief in Elon’s potential to identify government inefficiencies while navigating the political landscape, amid the challenges posed by media narratives and public opinion.

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