Summary
Elon Musk has intensified his involvement in European politics, supporting far-right parties like the UK’s Reform UK and Germany’s AfD.
Musk called for the release of British far-right figure Tommy Robinson and criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, while backing Nigel Farage’s Reform UK.
In Germany, Musk endorsed the AfD as the country’s “last hope,” drawing accusations of election meddling.
His stances have drawn praise from right-wing leaders but criticism from European officials.
Musk’s support may stem from personal ideology and potential benefits for Tesla amidst regulatory debates in Europe.
I genuinely would like to know…
Does he actually believe in these ideologies, or do they just happen to align with his interests presently?
I suspect it’s the latter.
It’s the latter. He was ostensibly a liberal for years. Now that it benefits him, he’s far right.
…or is he just pandering/manipulating certain demography, Mr Cheetos and his cabinet of freaks.
His not political, just a psycho.
Why did you say “or” and then not present a new option?
Sorry, I inserted the subtext that it’s for financial gain. My “or” was that he cares more about ego trip and less about financial gain.
That’s what I thought.
The core tenets of far right in the UK and Germany just wouldn’t seem that relevant to a wealthy person. It’s not like he’s going to interact with migrants in any way.
What is it about the right that benefits him though? Small government and reduced regulation?
Those would be the biggest benefits to him, in my eyes.