The media pointed to the same degree of support for Trump and Musk among Americans

The degree of support for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire Ilon Musk among Americans is about the same. AP News reported on December 18.

"About the same percentage of Americans have a favorable attitude toward each of them," - stated in the publication.

According to a survey conducted by the agency, about four out of 10 Americans have a favorable attitude toward both Musk and Trump. In addition, some US residents noted that the entrepreneur "cultivates an image of success in business". At the same time, the President-elect is also a successful developer.

Earlier, on November 7, the media reported that Musk supported Trump in the election because he should gain a huge influence after his election. The billionaire sees the Republican's administration as a means to get rid of a lot of regulations preventing him from doing whatever he wants.

The election for the 47th president of the United States took place on November 5. In the national vote, Trump received 51% of the vote, while Democratic candidate Kamala Harris received 47.4%. Later, the politician, speaking to supporters, called himself the 47th President of the United States and said that his goal as head of state considers the end of military conflicts in the world.