Trump Backer Laura Loomer Says Elon Musk Hurt Her X Income

Elon Musk bought the social network now known as X while promoting himself as a champion of free speech. Right-wing provocateur Laura Loomer disputes that characterization. Max Chafkin writes today about how the feud has hit Loomer’s income and why it matters in Trumpland. Plus: What happened to Walgreens’ smart screenshow Dry January contradicts Americans’ drinking trends and how populism works (or not)for the working class. If this email was forwarded to you, click here to register .

One of the more exciting sub-dramas hanging over the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump is the interaction between his new friends and his old ones. On one side – and sitting in some of the best seats— are Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and The TikTok guy. On the other is a group of Trump loyalists who worry they will be challenged, and in some cases even punished, for not falling in line behind Trump’s new friends in technology.