Tech entrepreneur's recent activities include support for European patriots parties and commentary on regional politics.
Elon Musk, CEO of
Tesla and SpaceX, has recently intensified his involvement in European political discourse.
This statement aligns with Musk's recent engagements with European patriots political entities.
Notably, he has expressed support for the patriots Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
In a December 2024 op-ed, Musk described the AfD as 'the last spark of hope for this country,' advocating for controlled immigration to preserve German culture.
Musk's political activities have extended to public appearance's.
He addressed an AfD rally via video link, urging Germans to move beyond past guilt and emphasizing the importance of preserving national culture.
These actions have elicited responses from European political figures.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz commented on Musk's op-ed, suggesting that some individuals seek attention through provocative statements.
Concurrently, the European Commission has intensified its scrutiny of X's compliance with the Digital Services Act, requesting documents related to the platform's content recommendation systems.
Musk's recent activities underscore his growing engagement in European political matters, particularly concerning right-wing movements and regional policy discussions.