The relationship between business and politics in America has a long history, and figures like Elon Musk stand out with their personal involvement in politics. Through his companies Tesla and SpaceX, he has formed a close collaboration with the government, even getting involved directly in the Ukraine conflict. Musk’s acquisition of Twitter and its rebranding as X, along with significant changes to content verification and moderation policies, seems to be a response to some perceived ‘leftist bias.’ He has also supported Trump’s policies, becoming the head of a new commission on government efficiency. This echoes the influence of historical business titans in politics. However, their actions often brought about controversy, such as Morgan’s monopolies in railroads and steel, Ford’s opposition to unions, and Hearst’s sensationalist yellow journalism and anti-Semitism. Their political engagement, while promoting social development, also sparked concerns about the relationship between business interests and political power.