Coverage dated August 25, 2024

Trump says Musk wouldn't have time to be in his White House cabinet, but could ‘consult'

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Elon Musk and Donald Trump have formed an unlikely alliance ahead of the 2024 election against Kamala Harris.

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  1. New York Post

    Trump doubts White House cabinet role for Elon Musk but says Tesla mogul could ‘consult’ (opens New York Post)

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    Former President Donald Trump said that Tesla CEO Elon Musk is unlikely to serve in his cabinet should he win a second White House term.

  2. NBC Chicago

    Trump says Musk wouldn't have time to be in his White House cabinet, but could ‘consult' (opens NBC Chicago)

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    Elon Musk and Donald Trump have formed an unlikely alliance ahead of the 2024 election against Kamala Harris.

  3. Fortune

    Donald Trump says Elon Musk can consult for the federal government if he wins reelection (opens Fortune)

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    Donald Trump said Elon Musk would be too busy to join his Cabinet but, he'd still welcome his input.

  4. FOX Business

    Trump says Musk is too busy for future WH Cabinet role, could be admin consultant (opens FOX Business)

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    Former President Trump said in an interview that billionaire Elon Musk may be too busy to serve in a Cabinet role but could serve as a consultant to a future Trump White House.

  5. Washington Times

    Trump says Musk likely too busy for a Cabinet position (opens Washington Times)

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    Former President Donald Trump said he would consider giving Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk a Cabinet position if the GOP nominee wins the election, but presumes Mr. Musk is too busy.

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