Donald Trump, who emerged as an unconfirmed victor of the U.S. presidential race, delivered a victory speech today where he lauded billionaire Elon Musk. An “amazing guy,” Trump said he greatly valued the time the two spent together during the campaign.
“We have a new star, a star is born: Elon,” Trump boasted to a cheering crowd. Trump saluted Musk’s efforts, saying, “He spent two weeks in Philadelphia, traveling across Pennsylvania to campaign.”
Trump also saluted Musk’s achievements, focusing on one of SpaceX’s most recent launches. “Only Elon can do this,” he said. “That’s why I love you, Elon.”
Although major networks, other than Fox News, have not called the race for Trump, he declared victory with certainty, promising to heal the nation. Flanked by family and a packed crowd of enthusiastic supporters, he declared, “This is a political victory that our country has never seen before.” Several key states have been called for him thus far, including Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina, while many others are still reporting.
Still, Kamala Harris’ campaign is in limbo, as the team announced that she would address supporters soon but confirmed afterward that her remarks would not come until the following day.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk, who could lead a government efficiency commission for a possible Trump administration, signaled his congratulations by posting a photo of himself and Trump on social media with the caption “Game, set and match.”
