Musk and Trump can bring a new era that blends technology and tradition
The American president-elect and his ‘first buddy’ are forging an Archeofuturist path ahead
By Constantin von Hoffmeister, a political and cultural commentator from Germany, author of the book ‘Esoteric Trumpism’, and editor-in-chief of Arktos Publishing
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Tesla and X CEO Elon Musk. © Brandon Bell/Getty Images
Elon Musk’s technological ambitions and Guillaume Faye’s Archeofuturist philosophy come together in a vision where advanced innovation revives ancient values, blending tradition with progress. Under Trump’s conservative leadership, this synergy could forge a future where ancestral spirit and technological power redefine civilization.
Elon Musk, the trailblazing entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, and Guillaume Faye, the French thinker known for his concept of Archeofuturism, converge in their advocacy for a future that harmonizes technological advancement with traditional values. Musk builds rockets, electric cars, and brain-computer interfaces, but beneath the silicon and steel lies a worldview positively aligned with Faye’s vision of a world where cutting-edge technoscience intertwines with the primordial myths and ethoses of ancient societies.
Archeofuturism proposes that mankind’s future must reject linear progressivism in favor of a cyclical model where archaic principles are revived and fused with world-renewing technologies. Musk’s projects are engineering feats as well as vessels of a philosophy that reawakens mankind’s different ethnic souls while propelling it towards the stars.
During Donald Trump’s second presidency, a unique synergy will emerge between Musk’s technological endeavors and the administration’s conservative policies. Trump’s emphasis on deregulation and national sovereignty will dismantle bureaucratic obstacles, creating fertile ground for Musk’s Faustian ambition to thrive. While many view Trump’s administration as emblematic of an older, more traditionalist America, Musk represents the forward-facing engine of a society redefining itself. Together, their approaches provide the scaffolding for a world where technological innovation makes its influence felt without compromising the foundational principles of identity and sovereignty. Faye’s Archeofuturism predicts this dynamic: a synthesis of traditionalism and futurism, where governance nurtures innovation and cultural renewal in tandem instead of pitting them against each other.
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SpaceX, under Musk’s leadership, is a monumental expression of Archeofuturist ideals. The company’s reusable rocket technology shatters the constraints of old models, both economically and ideologically, paving the way for mankind’s long overdue exploration of the cosmos. Musk’s rhetoric about making life multiplanetary is not science fiction. It brings to mind Faye’s call to reignite mankind’s heroic spirit. Musk’s planned colonization of Mars is framed both as a technological achievement and a necessity for human survival – a reclamation of the explorer archetype that has driven civilizations since antiquity.
During the Trump administration, which celebrates American exceptionalism and a revived interest in space exploration, SpaceX will truly prosper. By partnering with NASA, Musk is able to leverage Trump’s nationalist energy into a cosmic ambition that goes beyond the political, tapping into the primal yearning to break frontiers.
Tesla’s rise provides another layer to this Archeofuturist narrative. Electric vehicles have long been seen as symbols of sterile modernity, but Musk reshapes them into icons of power, speed, and autonomy. Tesla cars, with their sleek design and state-of-the-art performance, marry ecological consciousness with technological dominance, reaffirming Faye’s insistence that future societies must balance environmental concerns with bold, dynamic solutions. Tesla’s emergence as the world’s most valuable car company is not just a market success. It symbolizes the cultural shift towards a future where sustainability is not synonymous with mediocrity. Trump’s administration, which prioritizes reducing regulatory burdens, will allow Tesla to innovate at an unprecedented pace, demonstrating how conservative policies can catalyze technological revolutions aligned with Archeofuturist principles.
Musk’s Neuralink project pushes the boundaries of Archeofuturism into uncharted territory. By seeking to merge the human brain with artificial intelligence, Neuralink embodies the Archeofuturist goal of overcoming human limitations. This is not without its controversies. Faye warns in his writings that unchecked technological progress risks eroding the spiritual essence of mankind. Neuralink forces society to confront this tension: is it possible to augment human intelligence without losing what makes us human?
Trump’s deregulatory ethos accelerates the development of such technologies, creating a paradox where the future imagined by Archeofuturism is realized but possibly at the risk of undermining its foundational values. Neuralink reflects both the promise and peril of Archeofuturism, serving as a reminder that the future must be carefully harnessed to preserve mankind’s core identity.
The concept of technological tribes, as Faye describes, finds a compelling real-world parallel in Musk’s planned construction of Starbase City. Musk announced this project after he moved SpaceX and X out of California when California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law that bans schools from informing parents if their children use different names or pronouns.
Situated in coastal South Texas, Starbase City will be more than a spaceport. It is a prototype for a new kind of human settlement, one that integrates advanced technology with communal living. This experimental community reflects Faye’s epiphany of localized strength: a world where societies adapt to technological upheaval by embracing new forms of organization rooted in identity and civilizational purpose. Trump’s America, steeped in the rhetoric of frontiers and self-reliance, amplifies the cultural resonance of Starbase. It is not simply a project of exploration but a declaration of independence from the confines of Earth-bound globalism – a step towards the Archeofuturist ideal of decentralized yet technologically empowered tribes.
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Musk’s influence during the Trump administration extends far beyond business ventures. His active use of X allows him to shape public discourse and spread his dream of the future. This aligns with the concept of “metapolitics,” which emphasizes the importance of cultural and ideological influence as precursors to political change. Musk’s posts, often provocative and prophetic, capture the imagination of millions, turning abstract concepts like space colonization and AI ethics into cultural phenomena. Trump’s own mastery of social media creates an environment where Musk’s ideas can flourish, demonstrating how the interplay of technological metapolitics and conservative nationalism can catalyze societal transformation on a grand scale.
The financial success of Musk’s ventures highlights the viability of Archeofuturism as more than a mental construct – it is an economic and cultural force. SpaceX’s valuation now exceeds $350 billion, making it the world’s most valuable private company. Tesla’s dominance in the automotive industry is redefining transportation globally, while Neuralink attracts investment for its promise of human-machine integration. These milestones demonstrate that a society can embrace technological innovation while preserving and even revitalizing its time-tested values. Faye’s map of days to come, long dismissed as “radical,” finds validation in the tangible success of Musk’s enterprises combined with Trump’s electoral victory.
Archeofuturism, once a theoretical framework, is now an emerging reality – a new society that is born in the collision of tradition and technology, forging a path into a future that is both ancient and unprecedented. Musk and Trump, though different in their methods, are architects of a new era where the possibilities of Archeofuturism are no longer confined to the pages of philosophy but are unfolding in the real world.
The statements, views and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of RT.
