Trump vows to protect Elon Musk if Dems take back Congress

 President Donald Trump said he would consider pre-emptive pardons to protect Elon Musk and key aides if Democrats gain control of Congress following the midterm elections.

Trump made the remarks on the Pod Force One podcast after being asked about potential Democratic investigations into Musk's political actions and assets.

House Oversight Committee Democrats have indicated plans to scrutinize corporate figures and ultra-rich donors, explicitly naming Musk as a target.

Musk has spent over $445 million during this election cycle to support Republican candidates and conservative political action committees.

Trump reiterated that he would act without hesitation to issue pardons to protect his allies from Democratic-led congressional inquiries.