OPINION-COLUMN | Musk – unofficial ‘president’ of US and ultimate kingmaker
No longer just a tech mogul, Musk has become the puppet master, pulling the strings behind political narratives.
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IN the ever-evolving landscape of global power dynamics, one individual stands tall as the most influential unelected figure in the world – Elon Musk.
The billionaire entrepreneur, known for his ventures in space, electric vehicles and artificial intelligence, has subtly yet powerfully positioned himself as the unofficial “president” of the United States.
His influence extends far beyond technology, shaping political discourse, controlling vast streams of information and even affecting the nation’s financial landscape.
Musk’s acquisition of X (formerly Twitter) has transformed the social media platform into the most crucial tool for political campaigning. No longer just a tech mogul, Musk has become the puppet master, pulling the strings behind political narratives. His control over X allows him to amplify voices, suppress unfavourable opinions and drive trends that dictate public sentiment.
While conventional media outlets scramble to keep up, Musk’s platform remains the go-to battleground for political ideologies, debates and propaganda.
President Donald Trump, never one to shy away from bold declarations, recently coined a new term for Musk: “enforcer-in-chief”. This title
is fitting, given Musk’s unrelenting push to challenge the status quo and influence political discourse.
Whether it be his public spats with government officials, his ability to challenge mainstream narratives or his subtle endorsements, Musk has proven that political influence does not necessarily require holding office.
Musk’s reach is not limited to mere influence. With his extensive portfolio of companies, including X, SpaceX, Tesla and Neuralink, Musk has access to an unprecedented amount of critical data.
From private conversations on X to satellite imagery via Starlink, he holds a treasure trove of information that even intelligence agencies envy.
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His privileged access raises serious questions about national security and governance as he operates beyond the checks and balances of a traditional political leader.
Musk’s ability to sway financial markets, particularly through Dogecoin (DOGE), is another testament to his unparalleled influence.
His cryptic tweets alone can skyrocket or plummet the value of cryptocurrencies, making him a key player in the decentralised financial revolution.
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Moreover, his willingness to expose previous government dealings, especially those concealed under USAID and other bureaucratic entities, has made him a thorn in the side of the establishment.
His revelations have unearthed hidden projects and financial flows that were previously shielded from public scrutiny.
In an era where traditional political leadership is marred by bureaucracy and partisanship, Musk operates with an agility that no elected official can match.
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His decisions impact not just America but
the entire world, whether through technological advancements, geopolitical manoeuvring or financial disruptions.
While he does not hold an official government position, Musk’s influence surpasses that of many world leaders. He is, without a doubt, the most powerful unelected individual on Earth.
Musk’s rise to power is a testament to the shifting nature of influence in the modern world. In a digital era where information, technology and finance dictate political and economic landscapes, Musk has effectively positioned himself as the ultimate kingmaker.
Whether this serves the greater good or paves the way for an era of unchecked corporate dominance remains to be seen. One thing is clear – Musk is no longer just a businessman. He is, in many ways, the unofficial president of the United States.
Rahul Chouhan is an educator at the Narayana Group of Educational Institutes, India. Comments: [email protected]
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TRIVIA:
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The swastika (卐 or 卍) is a symbol used in various Eurasian religions and cultures, as well as a few African and American cultures. In the Western world, it is widely recognized as a symbol of the German Nazi Party who appropriated it for their party insignia starting in the early 20th century. The appropriation continues with its use by neo-Nazis around the world.[1][2][3][4] The swastika was and continues to be used as a symbol of divinity and spirituality in Indian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.[1][5][6][7][8] It generally takes the form of a cross,[A] the arms of which are of equal length and perpendicular to the adjacent arms, each bent midway at a right angle.[10][11]
The word swastika comes from Sanskrit: स्वस्तिक, romanized: svastika, meaning ‘conducive to well-being’.[1][12] In Hinduism, the right-facing symbol (clockwise) (卐) is called swastika, symbolizing surya (‘sun’), prosperity and good luck, while the left-facing symbol (counter-clockwise) (卍) is called sauvastika, symbolising night or tantric aspects of Kali.[1] In Jain symbolism, it is the part of the Jain flag.[13] It represents Suparshvanatha – the seventh of 24 Tirthankaras (spiritual teachers and saviours), while in Buddhist symbolism it represents the auspicious footprints of the Buddha.[1][14][15] In the different Indo-European traditions, the swastika symbolises fire, lightning bolts, and the sun.[16] The symbol is found in the archaeological remains of the Indus Valley civilisation[17] and Samarra, as well as in early Byzantine and Christian artwork.[18][19]
Although used for the first time as a symbol of international antisemitism by far-right Romanian politician A. C. Cuza prior to World War I,[20][21][22] it was a symbol of auspiciousness and good luck for most of the Western world until the 1930s,[2] when the German Nazi Party adopted the swastika as an emblem of the Aryan race. As a result of World War II and the Holocaust, in the West it continues to be strongly associated with Nazism, antisemitism,[23][24] white supremacism,[25][26] or simply evil.[27][28] As a consequence, its use in some countries, including Germany, is prohibited by law.[B] However, the swastika remains a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Hindu, Buddhist and Jain countries such as Nepal, India, Thailand, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, China and Japan, and carries various other meanings for peoples around the world, such as the Akan, Hopi, Navajo, and Tlingit peoples. It is also commonly used in Hindu marriage ceremonies and Dipavali celebrations.
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