Elon Musk Proposes Public Poll for Treasury Secretary

Elon Musk's influence on AI regulation and his relationship with President-elect Donald Trump are under scrutiny as the latter prepares to form his administration. Musk has expressed varying stances on AI, advocating for regulatory measures while also criticizing 'woke' AI and promoting his own startup, xAI, which focuses on free speech. Concurrently, Musk is actively lobbying for Howard Lutnick to be appointed as Treasury Secretary, arguing that Lutnick represents necessary change compared to the more traditional candidate, Scott Bessent. He has called for public input on the nomination process, suggesting that Trump's administration should seek feedback from the public. This involvement highlights Musk's prominent role in Trump's transition team, despite the risk of overstepping boundaries with the president-elect. As Trump continues to announce key appointments, the dynamics between Musk and Trump may shape the future of both economic policy and AI regulation.