Elon Musk took the stage at a rally for former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, on October 6, 2024, where he expressed strong support for the Republican candidate and urged attendees to register to vote. Speaking to a crowd of over 20,000, Musk emphasized the critical importance of Trump's victory for the preservation of democracy in the United States.
During his remarks, Musk, who referred to himself as 'dark MAGA,' criticized President Biden and the Democratic Party while praising Trump. He stated, 'President Trump must win to preserve the Constitution. He must win to preserve democracy in America.' Musk's comments come three months after a failed assassination attempt on Trump at the same location.
Musk encouraged unregistered voters to take action before the upcoming November 5 election, declaring it a 'must-win situation.' He warned that without voter registration, the upcoming election could be the last, saying, 'If they don't, this will be the last election. That's my prediction.'
The billionaire's political involvement has increased, marked by significant financial contributions to Republican causes, including a recent donation of $289,100 to the National Republican Congressional Committee. Musk's growing alliance with Trump has been evident in their interactions on social media, where he has praised Trump as the key to saving American democracy.
In closing, Trump promised that, if re-elected, he would aim to 'reach Mars' with Musk's assistance, showcasing the deepening ties between the tech mogul and the former president.