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Donald Trump has walked back on his suggestion to give Elon Musk a cabinet role in his potential administration.
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Trump now doubts Musk’s ability to manage a formal government position due to his numerous business ventures.
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Musk had expressed interest in serving and proposed a “government efficiency commission” to improve taxpayer money spending.
Former President Donald Trump has reversed his earlier statement about considering Elon Musk for a cabinet role in his potential administration. Despite praising Musk’s intelligence and expressing interest in working with him, Trump now questions whether Musk could handle the responsibilities of a formal government position.
Trump’s change of heart may be influenced by legal and financial considerations, as Musk’s wealth is closely tied to his business ventures. This could create conflicts of interest if Musk were to take on a formal role in the government. Trump still values Musk’s expertise and may consider him as a consultant to help cut government waste.
The relationship between Trump and Musk has been closely watched, especially after their two-hour conversation last month. Musk had proposed a “government efficiency commission” to improve how taxpayer money is spent, and Trump had seemed open to the idea. However, Trump’s latest statements suggest that Musk’s influence may be limited to an advisory role rather than a formal cabinet position.
