Vance Hopes Musk 'Back into the Fold' By Midterms

Vance Hopes Musk 'Back into the Fold' By Midterms
Above: Elon Musk and J.D. Vance in Butler on Oct. 5, 2024. Image copyright: Justin Merriman/Bloomberg/Getty Images

The Spin

Republican narrative

While one may question Musk's judgment and be skeptical of his motives after his recent attacks on Trump, it's a matter of fact that the tech billionaire has come back to his senses and is now realigning with the president. With this interview, Vance took the first step to mend fences between MAGA and Musk for the greater good of saving the country and restoring national greatness.

Democratic narrative

It's unclear whether Vance's remarks were a heartbroken call for Elon Musk and Donald Trump to restore their bromance ahead of the midterms or a warning that the tech billionaire may be deprived of any political influence if he remains outside the GOP. In both cases, however, the rift between Trump and Musk is much deeper than Vance suggests.

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