ToplineSen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) received a message of support from Twitter CEO Elon Musk after Scott announced Friday he would run for president, adding to speculation of which Republican candidate Musk—who previously voted for Democratic candidates—would support in next year’s presidential election. Elon Musk shared a promotional video of Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) Friday. Getty ImagesKey FactsMusk tweeted a promotional video for Scott Friday, hours after Scott filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission, though the video does not directly reference Scott’s presidential campaign. Scott responded to Musk, indicating he would “save you a seat” for an event announcing his campaign in North Charleston, South Carolina, on Monday. ), who he called “Senator Karen.”Further ReadingGOP Sen. Tim Scott Announces Presidential Run—Trump’s Latest Challenger (Forbes)Elon Musk’s Political Shift: How The Billion Moved From Backing Obama To Endorsing DeSantis (Forbes)

Source: Forbes May 20, 2023 21:53 UTC