Summary

Elon Musk, having endorsed and campaigned for Donald Trump, is now acting as a “shadow president,” advising on policies and personnel, and joining Trump on calls with world leaders.

This unprecedented relationship between the world’s richest man and the leader of the free world raises concerns about the influence of wealth on government.

While both Trump and Musk have incentives to continue their partnership, their volatile personalities and differing expertise may lead to a breakup in the future.

      • Mirshe@lemmy.world
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        2 days ago

        Because he admitted to illegally staying here to start his business after running out his student visa? And that he knew this was entirely illegal the entire time?

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          ok good? thanks? question mark? sounds like he got it sorted out at some point? and he didn’t get deported because donald trump wasn’t the president? i like to talk like this?