Elon Musk is among the speakers who will precede President-elect Donald Trump at his pre-inaugural rally in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, according to a source familiar with the planning.
Musk, the world’s richest man, spent more than a quarter-billion dollars on last year's campaign. Soon after his victory in November, Trump named Musk to co-chair an outside advisory committee dubbed the "Department of Government Efficiency," or "DOGE," which is aimed at dramatically slashing government spending, regulations and the federal workforce.
Others who will speak before Trump's evening address at Capitol One Arena include Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White — who was recently named to the Facebook board — Vice President-elect JD Vance, retired professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, conservative media personality Megyn Kelly, top Trump aide Stephen Miller and incoming 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 "Y.M.C.A." — the anthem of Trump's rallies. Puerto Rican musical artist Anuel AA will also attend, but he speak rather than perform.
A Trump transition spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The rally program is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. ET, according to a sign-up page on Trump's inauguration website.
Musk and other tech executives are expected to sit on the dais at the inauguration with Cabinet picks, elected officials and other notable guests.
