Over the years, Elon Musk has created a name for himself through marketing, car manufacturing and investments, leading to his extensive wealth and status within the United States administration. Musk is currently the CEO of the most popular electric car company in the U.S., Tesla, as well as a part-owner of X, previously known as Twitter, since 2022. Additionally, he previously had the role of senior advisor as well as lead of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk is also the founder of SpaceX, a rocket manufacturing company formed in 2002.
“I think he’s a really smart person who has built a very successful company in a short period of time,” FHS PE teacher Jason Townsend said. “However, he has alienated quite a few people who have loved his cars after he aligned himself with President Trump.”
As Musk continues to grow in wealth, others question his ability to lead successfully, saying he should share more of what he has with those who are less fortunate.
“He hasn’t helped the community out as much,” FHS freshman Gabriela Alvarez said, “With wealth and money, I would assume that some people who have hearts would help the poor.”
Others state Musk is simply another businessman working hard for a reward amidst the tough market within the United States. Townsend stated how due this capitalist society, there were different ways of contributing to individual wealth. This differs from socialist and communist societies which prioritizes need over want.
Regardless of the public view, Elon Musk continues to expand his empire of cars and reign over X and other manufacturing businesses as he conquers expectations and broadens his paycheck.
After recent meetings with other Tesla shareholders, the group decided that if all company goals are made over the next few years, Musk is said to sustain Tesla stock worth $1 trillion, which in turn would lead to him being the world’s first trillionaire.
Elon Musk is a revolutionary businessman, and regardless of the public view he continues to thrive within his wealth.
