The Wall Street Journal on May 29 quoted anonymous sources familiar with the matter saying that the relationship between former US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk is gradually warming, and the two have discussed the possibility of appointing the American billionaire as White House advisor if the Republican candidate wins the election later this year.

Mr. Trump and Elon Musk met in person at billionaire Nelson Peltz’s mansion in March. The two have talked on the phone many times since then.

Musk’s role at the White House has not been agreed upon and may not become a reality, but he and former President Trump have discussed options that would allow the American billionaire to contribute opinions and influence related policies. to economics and border security.

Mr. Trump’s election campaign and billionaire Elon Musk have not commented on the information.

Musk has said he will not donate money to presidential candidates in this year’s election, but appears to have told Trump he plans to hold multiple meetings to persuade rich and powerful allies not to support him. for President Joe Biden.

Elon Musk joined the White House economic advisory team when Mr. Trump was elected at the end of 2016, but left after just a few months due to the decision to withdraw the US from the Paris climate change agreement. The relationship between former President Trump and Elon Musk then became tense, with the two constantly attacking each other.

However, there are many signs that the two are mending their relationship. When Musk acquired Twitter at the end of 2022, he restored Donald Trump’s locked account and repeatedly called on the former US president to be more active on the platform.

Mr. Trump in March also affirmed that he has “always been friendly” with Elon Musk for many years. “I helped him when I was president. I like this person,” said the former US president.