Elon Musk to speak at Trump inauguration weekend rally

Elon Musk is among the speakers who will precede President-elect Donald Trump at his pre-inauguration rally in Washington, DC, on Sunday, according to a source familiar with the matter.

Musk, the world’s richest man, spent more than a quarter of a billion dollars on last year’s campaign. Shortly after his victory in November, Trump appointed Musk to co-chair an external advisory committee dubbed the “Department of Government Efficiency” or “DOGE,” which aims to significantly reduce government spending, regulations and manpower. of federal work.

Others speaking ahead of Trump’s speech at Capitol One Arena include Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White – who was recently named to Facebook’s board of directors – Vice President-elect JD Vance, retired professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, conservative media personality Megyn Kelly, Trump’s top. aide Stephen Miller and new Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.

Members of Trump’s immediate family will also speak at the rally. There will be performances by Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus and Village People, the creators of “YMCA,” the anthem of Trump’s rallies. Puerto Rican musical artist Anuel AA will also be there, but he speaks rather than performs.

A spokesperson for the Trump transition did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The rally program is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. ET, according to a registration page on Trump’s inauguration website.

Musk and other tech executives are expected to sit on the dais at the inauguration along with Cabinet picks, elected officials and other notable guests.