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Musk's Criticism Sparks Dark MAGA Conspiracy Theory

6/8/2025

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Elon Musk's sharp criticisms of Donald Trump have ignited the 'Dark MAGA conspiracy,' alleging a covert scheme by tech elites to oust Trump in favor of Vice President JD Vance. Rooted in Curtis Yarvin's vision of a tech-led monarchy, this theory warns of a looming threat to democracy, as Musk and his allies are accused of plotting corporate dominance in America.

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Elon Musk's sharp criticisms of Donald Trump have ignited the 'Dark MAGA conspiracy,' alleging a covert scheme by tech elites to oust Trump in favor of Vice President JD Vance. Rooted in Curtis Yarvin's vision of a tech-led monarchy, this theory warns of a looming threat to democracy, as Musk and his allies are accused of plotting corporate dominance in America.