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Elon Musk's Shocking Absence from Trump's Inauguration Donors

4/23/2025

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Elon Musk, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, surprisingly did not contribute to Trump's inauguration, as revealed by a Federal Election Commission filing. While Trump amassed a staggering $239 million from major corporations like Meta and Amazon, Musk's omission from the donor list sparks curiosity, especially given his $250 million backing during the campaign.

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Elon Musk, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, surprisingly did not contribute to Trump's inauguration, as revealed by a Federal Election Commission filing. While Trump amassed a staggering $239 million from major corporations like Meta and Amazon, Musk's omission from the donor list sparks curiosity, especially given his $250 million backing during the campaign.