Abstract:
U.S. President Trump said on Monday that he would take action to protect Elon Musk if Democrats launch an investigation into him after the midterm elections. Trump also hinted that he might grant early pardons to staff close to him and others if Democrats launch an investigation.
As polls increasingly point to the possibility of a "blue wave" - a Democratic sweep - Trump is gearing up for a tough, confrontational stance during his remaining two years in the White House.
In an interview with the "Pod Force One" podcast released earlier Monday, the host asked Trump about the possibility that Musk would be investigated or that his assets might be seized.
Trump responded: "This is just a hypothesis. But if it happens, we have to protect them."
During this election cycle, Musk has invested nearly $500 million in support of the Republican Party.
In addition to Musk, Trump has made it clear that he would consider granting pardons to his staff and other allies if Democrats take action against them.
"If necessary, I will. Of course I will," Trump said.
“I don’t even have to think about it, I just do it,” he added.
Trump also said in the interview that he would be happy to run for a third term, but "the relevant provisions are very strict."
While his remarks seemed to rule out that possibility, Trump suggested there was still time to implement his agenda.
"You know, we still have more than two years. That's a lot of time, and there's a lot that can be done in that time," he said.
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