Featured

Musk Reportedly Poised to Influence White House as he Joins Trump on Ukraine Call

Share

Tech billionaire Elon Musk allegedly joined President-elect Donald Trump on a recent call with Ukrainian President Voldymyr Zelesnky, signifying his potential influential role in a future Trump administration. 

According to Axios, Musk and President Trump spoke to President Zelensky during Wednesday, where Zelensky congratulated Trump on his electoral victory while Trump reassured Zelensky of the US’ continued support for Ukraine. 

During the call, Musk reportedly committed to maintaining Starlink satellite support for Ukraine’s military. 

Ukraine’s military has been relying on Musk’s Starlink internet services to aid them as they combat Russian forces. 

Musk, who actively campaigned for Trump, was promised a role within the Trump administration focused on ‘deregulation.’

Trump claimed he would appoint Musk, at his request, to a Federal Commission on government efficiency and regulation, which would produce deregulation and pro-business policy suggestions.

Such promise could soon be fulfilled as Trump has begun selecting his cabinet.

Earlier this week, Trump’s first cabinet position was given to Susan Wiles, who will serve as the first female chief of staff in history. 

Wiles, who managed Trump’s campaign, has had a successful track record helping Republican candidates win their respective races. 

In 2010, she helped US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) win his Florida gubernatorial race.

Wiles also led Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ own first gubernatorial race. 

The Floridian's Javier Manjarres, who has known Wiles for over a decade, praised her selection, saying that President Trump was "fortunate to have such a loyal friend by his side."

"Before anything, Susie is the President's friend. The President has been fortunate to have such loyal friend by his side. Susie has been a loyal friend to many of us and is someone who is not looking to climb the political ladder, but rather someone who is truly invested in his success," Manjarres said.

 

Mateo Guillamont

Mateo is a Miami-based political reporter covering national and local politics

Recent Posts

Maduro Alludes to Potential 'Civil War' in Nearing Presidential Showdown

Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro has accused Venezuela’s political opposition of attempting to trigger a “civil…

2 hours ago

Bipartisan Support Sends Jackie Robinson Bill to Biden

The Senate passed the bipartisan, bicameral Jackie Robinson Ballpark National Commemorative Site Act on Friday,…

2 hours ago

'Filthy Secrets': Florida's Voice CEO Brendon Leslie Accused of Workplace Sexual Harassment, Intimidation

Brendon Leslie, CEO of the right-wing Florida’s Voice, has been accused of workplace sexual harassment,…

4 hours ago

Lara Trump Withdraws Name From Senate Consideration

Lara Trump has announced that she is withdrawing her name from consideration to serve in…

22 hours ago

America First: A Roadmap for Restoring Order in Haiti

President Trump’s historic reelection was driven by issues important to voters—inflation, crime, border security, energy…

2 days ago

Mills Breaks Down CR Effort to Avoid a Government Shutdown

Assessing the vote to avoid a government shutdown, Florida Rep. Cory Mills (R) urged lawmakers…

2 days ago