Elon Musk's intense interest regarding the 2024 U.S. elections outcome is quite fascinating to onlookers and observers from outside the US. To better understand his desperation, we might need to think along the lines of the typical behavior of a capitalist and what his end goal might be. However, it is plausible that his reasons may be narrowed down to the following combination: personal, business, and political interests.

The results of US elections have always been critical in the global political and economic sphere, making it a point of interest to everyone wishing for global economic and political stability. US election credibility has been a talking point in the past for manipulation of voters' choices. The famous Cambridge Analytica and Facebook scandal comes to mind; nothing much seems to have changed since more than ten years ago when the scandal was first brought to limelight. More recently, with Elon's acquisition of X (formerly Twitter), he has consistently used the platform to increase his political involvement by shaping the political narrative in ways that align more with right-wing ideologies and possibly sway voters towards these ideologies. Also, in his relentless pursuit for political influence, he has openly called out the current Biden administration and doled out attacks on every policy and campaign promises of Donald Trump’s opposition, Kamala Harris on his platform X.

To the untrained mind, Musk's political entanglements might be driven by concerns for the future of the American people; however, to the savvy mind, Musk is only concerned about the outcome of the election because it could affect his capitalist empire and his influence on American politics if his candidate of choice fails to win.

Musk's social appearance on his platform X suggests a sense of urgency especially in his controversial handling of election misinformation and disinformation on X. Musk claims the reason for X's purchase is to promote free speech, but since acquiring X, Musk has made changes that have raised concerns about the spread of election-related falsehoods, which ultimately questions his true intent and X being an opposition toolkit. First was the decision to allow Donald Trump back on the platform, after Trump's suspension following the January 6 Capitol riots, this reflects Musk's thirst for political influence and selfish gains. His critics argue that X, under his leadership, has become a vehicle for misinformation and manipulation, which raises concerns about the platform's role in the upcoming elections, similar to the Cambridge Analytica and Facebook playbook years ago.

In the context of Elon Musk's heightened political involvement, a poll asking whether Musk will tweet about Vice President Kamala Harris by October 14th ties directly into his growing influence over the U.S. political narrative. Given his use of X (formerly Twitter) to shape conversations around elections and key political figures, it's plausible that Musk might weigh in on Kamala Harris as part of his broader critique of the Democratic Party. At NODO, we would like you to weigh in and join the conversation about Musk's obsession and criticism of political opposition figures like Kamala Harris.

Furthermore, Elon's close ties to right-wing political figures, including his several appearances at Trump's rallies and his public statements leaning towards supporting conservative candidates raises critical questions about his desperation. While it is likely his support may stem from admiration of these figures, it suggests more to political analysts that his political allegiances go beyond mere admiration but more likely a deep concern for the future of his business empire. His alignment with figures like Trump may stem from shared views on deregulation and freedom of speech. For Musk, a victory for Trump or a similar candidate could create a more favorable regulatory environment for his ventures, such as SpaceX and Tesla, which are deeply influenced by government policies on climate change, labor, and technology.

Musk's actions, such as his changes to X's algorithm to boost his own posts after a tweet from President Biden outperformed his during the Super Bowl, show a level of personal investment in public perception and political narratives. This incident highlights Musk's need for validation and control over the platform he owns, making it clear that his influence in political matters extends beyond business strategy; it is also about personal ego.

Additionally, Musk's libertarian leanings, which are reflected in his stances on free speech and anti-regulation rhetoric, align closely with Trump's vision of governance. Musk has used his platform to criticize President Biden, often ridiculing the Democratic Party's approach to taxation, regulation, and environmental policies. His fear that a Kamala Harris victory in 2024 could lead to increased regulations on his businesses, especially Tesla which further drives his vested interest in the outcome of the elections.

Finally, Musk's decision to attend rallies and warn that 2024 could be "the last election" if Trump loses reflects his belief in the high stakes involved. This rhetoric, suggesting that democracy itself is at risk, underscores the extremity of his concerns and why he is so personally invested in the outcome.