MAGA is Eager for Elon Musk’s Return
Several prominent figures within the Maga movement are urging billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk to mend ties with President Donald Trump ahead of the forthcoming US midterm elections. In a recent interview, Vice President JD Vance expressed his hope that Musk will “come back into the fold” by that time.
Vance remarked, “He’s obviously got a complicated relationship right now with the Trump White House.” “Even if you wanted to be on the left — and he doesn’t — they’re not going to have you back.” The opportunity has passed. “My hope is that by the time of the midterms, he’s kind of come back into the fold.” Vance emphasized that disagreements ought not to fracture the movement. “If you’re patriotic, you’re not trying to stick your knife in the back of the president.” “We have to win with the whole movement together.”
Musk’s financial and public support is viewed as crucial for Trump’s 2024 victory. Maga leaders assert that his support will be crucial once more as Republicans prepare for a difficult midterm season. MAGA Inc, a super PAC associated with Trump, reportedly raised close to $177 million in the first half of 2025. Allies suggest that Musk’s substantial financial resources could provide them with an additional advantage, according to Business Insider. Strategist Roger Stone expressed his views on Substack, stating, “Musk is the perfect person to be the George Soros of the MAGA Right,” and called for unity “for the greater good of saving the country and winning the midterm elections.” Far-right broadcaster Alex Jones and activist Scott Presler have made public appeals to Musk, urging him to rejoin Trump’s camp.
The ongoing feud between Trump and Musk has captured the attention of many. As tensions rise, both figures have made headlines with their contrasting views and public statements. The divide emerged following Musk’s criticism of Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, which reduced subsidies for electric vehicles and incentives for clean energy. Trump responded sharply, asserting that Musk’s companies relied heavily on government support, and even hinted that he might “have to close up shop” without such subsidies. The conflict intensified as former Trump adviser Steve Bannon referred to Musk as a “dangerous alien” and proposed the nationalization of SpaceX. Musk labeled Bannon “a traitor to reason” and proposed the formation of a “America Party” aimed at challenging conventional Republicans. In a recent statement, Trump expressed his desire for Musk’s companies to prosper in the United States, asserting that he would not withdraw subsidies.
Amidst the public clashes, both sides have exhibited signs of potential reconciliation. In July, Trump announced he would not reduce subsidies for Musk’s companies, stating on Truth Social his desire for “Elon, and all businesses within our Country, to THRIVE.” Musk has steered clear of conversations regarding his ‘America Party’ in recent weeks, and notably contributed $15 million to the GOP in late June. He has expressed backing for Trump’s plan to federalize the police force in Washington DC and to send in the National Guard following an alleged assault on a former government staffer. On Monday, Musk expressed his admiration for Vance, stating in a social media post that he is “a good guy through and through.”
