Elon Musk reportedly creating tension within Donald Trump’s inner circle

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Elon Musk, is reportedly creating tension within Donald Trump’s inner circle. His visible presence and assertive involvement in post-election activities have irked some key players in Trump’s orbit, raising questions about his influence and intentions.  

 

Musk has been a familiar face at Mar-a-Lago since Trump’s recent election victory, which Musk had heavily supported. His involvement has extended beyond financial contributions, with sources alleging he is positioning himself as an indispensable figure in Trump’s administration. According to NBC News, two individuals close to Trump’s transition team expressed their frustration. One noted, “He’s behaving as if he’s a co-president and making sure everyone knows it.”  

 

The frustration doesn’t end there. Musk’s tendency to claim credit for Trump’s success has also rubbed some the wrong way. “He’s sure taking lots of credit for the president’s victory. Bragging about America PAC and X to anyone who will listen. He’s trying to make President Trump feel indebted to him. And the president is indebted to no one,” another source commented.  

 

Musk’s eagerness to assert his influence has been evident in his actions. From engaging in high-profile international matters, such as meetings with Iran’s U.N. ambassador, to joining Trump’s calls with world leaders like Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Musk’s involvement has given some the impression that he views himself as a “co-president.” One source pointed out, “He wants to be seen as having say in everything (even if he doesn’t).”  

 

However, Musk’s high visibility and assertiveness may backfire. Trump is known for disliking anyone who encroaches on his spotlight, and he hasn’t shied away from subtly reminding Musk of his place. During a recent meeting with Republican lawmakers, Trump made a pointed joke at Musk’s expense, signaling that Musk’s role remains subordinate to the former president.  

 

Despite the friction, Musk has been appointed to head the newly established Department of Government Efficiency. This nongovernmental body is tasked with streamlining regulations, reducing spending, and cutting government personnel. While the role is officially advisory, the appointment underscores how Trump’s administration rewards those who contribute significantly to his political and financial goals. As one insider observed, Musk has transformed a crucial information platform into a propaganda tool for Trump’s reelection campaign.  

 

Still, questions linger about Musk’s long-term commitment to Trump’s agenda. A source speculated that Musk’s motives might not entirely align with the former president’s vision. If Musk continues to overstep, his ambitions within Trump’s administration could face significant obstacles.  

 

Whether Musk’s influence endures or fades, his current activities underscore his determination to play a key role in shaping the political landscape—whether others in Trump’s camp welcome it or not.  

 

Based on a report by New Republic 2024-11-20

 

 

 

[renaissanc]

The situation will soon sort itself out.

[Cryingdick]

Didn't stop Trump from flying too Texas to watch Space X launch an hour ago. When they were together Elon was doing all the talking and Trump was pretty much silent. Trump definitely has a man crush.

[HighPriority]

Two autocratic, self centred megalomaniacs, geez I didn’t see that coming…

[RichardColeman]

More Lefty shoe repairers from democrat leaning sites that hate they lost !

 

About New Republic's Bias Rating

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[Hummin]

Revenge of the nerd? 

 

Musk make money on humans involved in climate change, while Trump and Magas says there is no human impact on the climate change. Go figure

[dinsdale]

10 minutes ago, RichardColeman said:

More Lefty shoe repairers from democrat leaning sites that hate they lost !

 

About New Republic's Bias Rating

New Republic is a news media source with an AllSides Media Bias Rating™ of Left.

Indeed. Very left. Rather a trend with these threads.

https://www.allsides.com/news-source/new-republic

[soalbundy]

There's bound to be arguments when thieves divide the spoils.

[CANSIAM]

Won't be long and the Supreme Court will be included in the 'inner circle'  Matt Gaetz -  AG, ain't that rich lol....

[mfd101]

When you put a whole lot of colourful people in a room together, there's bound to be splash marks on the walls afterwards.

[JonnyF]

I'm sure they will disagree on some things. No biggie. Both grown men who can have a civilised discussion. 

 

No Dems there to start shouting Nazi Kkk racist etc. No lawfare. The adults are back in the room. 

[herfiehandbag]

2 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

Didn't stop Trump from flying too Texas to watch Space X launch an hour ago. When they were together Elon was doing all the talking and Trump was pretty much silent. Trump definitely has a man crush.

A "money crush" perhaps?

[Presnock]

1 hour ago, CANSIAM said:

Won't be long and the Supreme Court will be included in the 'inner circle'  Matt Gaetz -  AG, ain't that rich lol....

sorta like Gabbard - a Putin lover even making it on Russian news media at times and now she will be in control of the intel agencies - you can bet the 5 eye countries will certainly be checking what they share with her folks - could be dangerous for some of their sources for sure!

[herfiehandbag]

Money.

 

Musk made a very significant investment of his personal wealth in Trumps campaign.

 

He expects a lot in return.

[frank83628]

3 minutes ago, herfiehandbag said:

Money.

 

Musk made a very significant investment of his personal wealth in Trumps campaign.

 

He expects a lot in return.

How much did he donate? Don't say 45 million

[frank83628]

12 minutes ago, Presnock said:

sorta like Gabbard - a Putin lover even making it on Russian news media at times and now she will be in control of the intel agencies - you can bet the 5 eye countries will certainly be checking what they share with her folks - could be dangerous for some of their sources for sure!

Reading straight from hillarys handbook. Russia russisa, hahaha

[Thingamabob]

Article 'Based on a report by New Republic'. In other words, best ignored.

[connda]

Elon Musk reportedly creating tension within Donald Trump’s inner circle

Reality:

Far Left publication, New Republic, creates tension with the public by alleging that Elon Musk is "creating tension within Donald Trump's inner circle" - as though a Far Left publication has access to Trump's inner circle.

 

[candide]

16 minutes ago, connda said:

Elon Musk reportedly creating tension within Donald Trump’s inner circle

Reality:

Far Left publication, New Republic, creates tension with the public by alleging that Elon Musk is "creating tension within Donald Trump's inner circle" - as though a Far Left publication has access to Trump's inner circle.

 

Ok, but according to your source, It's rated "high" for factual reporting.

 

By comparison, Fox News is only rated "mixed"

[herfiehandbag]

46 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

How much did he donate? Don't say 45 million

I don't know, but I understand it was a lot.

 

Perhaps you know?

[herfiehandbag]

How does the old song go?

 

" Government jobs for sale or rent,

cost a bit more than 50 cents"

[frank83628]

Just now, herfiehandbag said:

I don't know, but I understand it was a lot.

 

Perhaps you know?

Well, if you're going to say he made a significant investment and will want something in return, perhaps you should know what youre talking  about otherwise its just total made up bull s

The 45 million that was in the news was not a donation to Trumps campaign.

[frank83628]

•reportedly•, so basically a totally fictional load of left wind anti Trump nonsense, like most things posted here

[spidermike007]

Musk has an incredibly huge ego, one that may even be comparable to Trump's ego. So you have two incredibly self-obsessed men, with very big heads together, and you're going to have sparks flying. My guess is it's just a matter of time until Trump throws him under the bus. Having said that Trump has shown an utter fascination with men of great wealth, or perhaps it's closer to envy as they don't have the huge debt load that Trump has. 

[lordgrinz]

2 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

Musk has an incredibly huge ego, one that may even be comparable to Trump's ego. So you have two incredibly self-obsessed men, with very big heads together, and you're going to have sparks flying. My guess is it's just a matter of time until Trump throws him under the bus. Having said that Trump has shown an utter fascination with men of great wealth, or perhaps it's closer to envy as they don't have the huge debt load that Trump has. 

 

Like many leaders in history, it's the one thing ALL of them eventually grapple with, I'm more worried about their policies and directives. Still better than the alternative, Harris was never a choice, and Biden was the worst choice in history.

[proton]

Far left publication, trouble making tittle tattle trying to cause division where there is none. Expect this nonsense for another 4 years, they are more interested in smearing the winners, who have not even started working yet, than helping the country unite and repair Biden's damage.

[dinsdale]

1 hour ago, herfiehandbag said:

Money.

 

Musk made a very significant investment of his personal wealth in Trumps campaign.

 

He expects a lot in return.

Interesting that Musk used his own money to help Trump and Harris used donated money to help the super rich celebrities.

[proton]

Just now, dinsdale said:

Interesting that Musk used his own money to help Trump and Harris used donated money to help the super rich celebrities.

 

Then she wasted it all

[lordgrinz]

Just now, proton said:

 

Then she wasted it all

 

...and even managed to go into debt with a Billion Dollar war chest.

[john donson]

if elon goes into politics, does he have to sell all his x, space x, tesla stock first?