Elon Musk, the renowned businessman and billionaire, announced plans to significantly reduce his politics spending in the United States. The decision may have implications for the US elections of the middle in 2026, according to the analysis of the CNN Brazil.
According to Fernanda Magotta, International Analyst of CNNMusk makes it clear that he has made his contribution and that political space is something that wears him considerably and can negatively affect his business. This change of posture marks a new phase in the businessman’s relationship with American politics.
History of political involvement
It became more expressive from 2022. Previously, he had made campaign donations for both republican and democratic parties. In 2017, he made a business council in the early months of the Trump administration, although without great relevance in decision making.
The acquisition of Twitter (now X) has marked a turning point, leading Musk to engage more actively in the public debate. In last year’s elections, he gained prominence not only as an important Trump funder, but also as a central figure in the discussion of customs, becoming a name associated with the new American conservatism.
Strategy Change
Recently, Musk has shown hesitation in his political involvement, often referring to politics as a “toxic environment.”
This change of posture may be related to the perception that the costs of their political involvement are overcoming the benefits.
Analyst Fernanda Magotta suggests that Musk would have already consolidated a network of relationships that favors him in terms of influence on power domains.
Now he seems to be prioritizing his, seeking business opportunities and government contracts, especially in the areas of technology and infrastructure.
Musk’s decision to reduce his political involvement can be seen as a strategic calculation, aiming to protect from possible negative repercussions associated with controversial political positions. The entrepreneur seems to be returning to his original focus: technological innovation and the growth of his business.
