U.S. media: Musk has maintained regular contact with Putin in recent years
ChainCatcher news, according to Jinshi reports, Elon Musk has been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin since the end of 2022. Several current and former U.S., European, and Russian officials have confirmed that the discussions have involved personal topics, business, and geopolitical tensions.
Musk has become a key supporter of Trump's campaign this year, and if Trump wins the U.S. election, Musk may seek a position in the Trump administration. While the U.S. and its allies have isolated Putin in recent years, Musk's dialogue with Putin may signify a re-engagement with the Russian leader and strengthen Trump's expressed desire to reach agreements on major issues such as the Ukraine conflict.
Meanwhile, given that Putin is one of America's main adversaries, these contacts have also raised potential national security concerns among some in the current administration.