The 2024 presidential election featured a surprising matchup as entrepreneur Elon Musk and conservative activist Charlie Kirk helped secure Donald Trump's victory against a well-established Democratic campaign. Despite Democrats typically having stronger voter bases and tactical experience, Trump leveraged Musk's influence to emerge victorious, winning battleground states and achieving a plurality in the national popular vote. As his second term began, polling suggested a mixed outlook for Trump, who continues to face challenges despite a strong start. His strategy features a push to dismantle Democratic advantages in bureaucracy and media, though he has not explicitly positioned himself as a government-cutter.
The 2024 presidential campaign saw Elon Musk and Charlie Kirk defeat an experienced Democratic operation, leading to Donald Trump's unexpected victory with a plurality in the popular vote.
Despite the Democrats' historical advantages in elections, Trump leveraged Musk's influence to secure battleground states, marking a significant shift in GOP campaigning effectiveness.
Trump's second term began strong, but polling reflects a mixed picture of his continued political power; his reliance on Musk signifies a strategic gamble.
Trump aims to dismantle the longstanding political advantages enjoyed by Democrats in bureaucracies and media, though he has never campaigned explicitly as a government-cutter.
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