Donald Trump and Elon Musk revived a playbook to sow doubt and spread conspiracy theories, according to NBC News.

The entities involved

• Donald Trump →

  American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Chris Pappas became the first openly gay Senate member, Talarico won the Texas Senate race, and Trump expressed frustration over midterm results.02:15
  • Trump blamed Fox News for the election catastrophe as the MAGA coalition lost ground in key states.02:13
• Elon Musk →

  businessman and entrepreneur (born 1971)

  • Trump's tariff policies and war on Iran, coupled with Democrats gaining seats and Jeffries becoming House Minority Leader, alongside Musk's campaign funding.01:58
  • California voters may impose a wealth tax, linking to ongoing US tax debates regarding Elon Musk's fortune.01:40

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