Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban has issued a stern warning to fellow billionaire Elon Musk regarding his support for former President Donald Trump. The exchange occurred on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, where Musk had expressed his continued backing of Trump’s presidential bid.
Musk, who has established a pro-Trump super PAC and publicly endorsed the Republican nominee, shared a post suggesting that if Trump is not elected, it could be the last election in the United States. The tech mogul accused the Democratic party of intentionally bringing immigrants into the country, particularly to swing states, to boost their voter base.
In response, Cuban cautioned Musk about the potential consequences of his unwavering support for Trump. The Dallas Mavericks owner and “Shark Tank” star predicted that a time would come when Musk might need something from Trump, believing he had earned the right to ask and receive due to his loyalty and financial backing.
Cuban wrote, “You have been a loyal, faithful soldier for him. You have supported him politically with 10s of millions of dollars.” However, he warned that when Musk needs Trump the most, he would discover what many before him have learned: that Trump’s loyalty is solely to himself.
This exchange is part of an ongoing feud between Cuban and Musk, which has been playing out on social media for months. Their disagreements have largely centered around political issues, with tensions escalating as the upcoming election draws near.
Cuban has positioned himself as a surrogate for Vice President Kamala Harris, frequently appearing on talk shows to promote her fiscal policies. He has even expressed willingness to serve in a potential Harris administration, stating, “It’s something I could do to have an impact.”
In contrast, Musk has demonstrated a shift towards more conservative political stances in recent years. Following an assassination attempt on Trump during a Pennsylvania campaign rally in July, Musk publicly endorsed the former president on X, writing, “I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery.”
The ongoing dispute between Cuban and Musk reflects broader divisions in the business and tech communities regarding political affiliations and support for various candidates. As high-profile figures, their public disagreements and endorsements can potentially influence public opinion and voter sentiment.
Venture capitalist David Sacks, a Trump supporter and Musk ally, entered the fray by suggesting Cuban was projecting his own approach to politics onto Musk. Cuban refuted this claim, insisting that his warning had “nothing to do with politics.”
As the election season intensifies, it is likely that more public figures and business leaders will voice their political opinions and support for various candidates. The exchange between Cuban and Musk highlights the complex relationship between wealth, influence, and political power in contemporary American society.
The ongoing debate also underscores the significant role that social media platforms play in shaping political discourse and allowing public figures to engage directly with each other and their followers on matters of national importance.
As November approaches, the political landscape continues to evolve, with influential figures like Cuban and Musk using their platforms to sway public opinion and support their preferred candidates. The impact of their endorsements and warnings on voter behavior remains to be seen, but their high-profile exchanges certainly contribute to the broader political conversation in the United States.