'You know who was great? Elon!': Trump praises Musk’s Starlink; draws angry reaction from disruptor

President Donald Trump praised Elon Musk for providing Starlink connectivity during Hurricane Helene as he addressed a rally in North Carolina. “You know who was great? ELON!” Trump declared, crediting Musk’s satellite internet service with helping people during the disaster. Trump also took aim at the state’s governor, claiming, 'Elon saved a lot of lives' while accusing the governor of doing “not a damn thing.” The moment took a dramatic turn when a protester appeared to erupt as Trump praised Musk, drawing attention to the crowd’s reaction.