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.

  • @ChronosTriggerWarning
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    661 month ago

    “Differing expertise?” They’re both experts at destroying profitable businesses, and…? Narcissism? Hatred?

    • Em Adespoton
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      221 month ago

      Musk hasn’t made a reality show yet, and Trump hasn’t become rich, despite multiple attempts. Maybe that’s the expertise they’re talking about?

      • @UnderpantsWeevil
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        01 month ago

        Trump hasn’t become rich

        For a not-rich guy, he sure does seem to live the high life.

          • @UnderpantsWeevil
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            130 days ago

            If you live like a billionaire and you grift like a billionaire and you have borrowing capacity like a billionaire…

    • Queen HawlSera
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      51 month ago

      I don’t think there’s a better case of “failing upwards” than Chump and Musky Husky