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Trump vows to protect Musk, floats pre-emptive staff pardons
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President Trump said Monday he'd move to protect Elon Musk if Democrats investigate the SpaceX and Tesla CEO after the midterm elections.
Key facts
- President Trump said Monday he'd move to protect Elon Musk if Democrats investigate the SpaceX and Tesla CEO after the midterm elections
- What they're saying: for the "Pod Force One" podcast published early Monday, host Miranda Devine asked Trump about rumors of Musk being investigated or having assets seized
- The intrigue: Beyond Musk, the president made clear he'd consider pardons for his staff and other allies if Democrats pursue them
- Trump is positioning himself for a combative final two years in the White House, as polls increasingly point to the prospect of a significant blue wave
Summary
He also suggested the possibility of pre-emptive pardons for staff and others around him if Democrats pursue investigations. Trump is positioning himself for a combative final two years in the White House, as polls increasingly point to the prospect of a significant blue wave. What they're saying: for the "Pod Force One" podcast published early Monday, host Miranda Devine asked Trump about rumors of Musk being investigated or having assets seized. But if it is talk, they'll have to protect them," Trump said.