Elon Musk Has 'Taken Over' MAGA it's very similar to Trump & MAGA took over the Republican Party

Democratic strategist Chai Komanduri recently claimed that Elon Musk has effectively "taken over" MAGA and the Republican Party. Komanduri's statements have added fuel to an already fiery debate over Musk's rising influence in conservative circles. Musk, known globally as the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has positioned himself as a powerful figure in Republican politics, particularly after his visible support for President-elect Donald Trump in this year’s presidential election.

Once primarily associated with progressive causes and seen as a supporter of the Democratic Party, Musk's political journey has taken a sharp right turn. It wasn’t long ago—just four years, to be precise—that he cast his vote for President Joe Biden. But in recent years, the tides have shifted. Disagreements with Democrats on issues like freedom of speech, immigration, and public health, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, have led Musk into the Republican camp.

Chai Komanduri, who has worked on several Democratic presidential campaigns and is a frequent commentator on MSNBC, elaborated on Musk’s increasing influence during an interview on the network last Friday. He likened Musk’s rise in the Republican Party to the way Donald Trump and the MAGA movement gained control of the party nearly a decade ago.

"He has taken over Trump and MAGA and the Republican Party in a manner that is very similar to the way Trump and MAGA took over the Republican Party eight or 10 years ago," Komanduri stated. According to him, Musk's political ambitions are clear and calculated. He called Musk's political moves a "very clear investment opportunity," suggesting that Musk saw an opening and decisively took it.

Komanduri described the Republican Party as being led by an elderly man, referring to Trump, who is increasingly detached, easily distracted, and motivated by greed. "He saw an opportunity here, also, with the fact that there is no clear MAGA successor. He said, 'The Republican Party is here for the taking. I just have to deal with Trump, and then it will be mine,'" Komanduri said, explaining Musk's strategic ambitions.

Amid these claims, Newsweek reached out to both Trump’s transition team via email and Musk through SpaceX and Tesla representatives for comment. So far, there has been no official response from either side.

When Trump officially takes office in January, Musk will assume a key position in the administration as the head of a newly established program called the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE. Businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, a former Republican presidential primary candidate, will work alongside Musk in this role.

The primary goal of DOGE will be to tackle government waste, cutting down on regulations that Musk perceives as being unnecessary and burdensome. Reuters reported that Musk donated $75 million to a pro-Trump group during the three months leading up to the election, an indication of his commitment to Trump's cause and his desire to be an influential figure in the new administration.

In the wake of Trump’s victory, Musk has been seen accompanying the president-elect on multiple occasions. These sightings have occurred in Washington, D.C., where Musk has engaged with several Republican members of Congress, sparking debates about the level of influence he might exert in the upcoming administration. Musk's presence, especially in these political power hubs, has led to speculation that he is aiming to become a key player behind the scenes.

Just recently, Musk was featured in a video on social media celebrating Thanksgiving with Trump at Mar-a-Lago. The video, which quickly went viral, showed Musk in a seemingly comfortable and friendly environment, further suggesting the deepening ties between him and Trump.

Trump himself made light of Musk’s frequent visits during a speech earlier in November. Referring to Musk, he remarked, "He likes this place. I can't get him out of here. He just likes this place." This statement, though made in a joking tone, has prompted analysts to consider how close Musk and Trump have become and how Musk’s role in shaping the Republican Party may be greater than many originally assumed.