The Unraveling Bromance: Musk and Trump's Diverging Paths

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Elon Musk's alliance with President-elect Donald Trump, which played a significant role in the 2024 election, is showing signs of strain due to potential conflicts over Cabinet appointments and competing interests, such as Trump's trade policies with China that could impact Musk's Tesla operations. Despite Musk's significant influence in Trump's circle, tensions have arisen with other Trump advisers, highlighting the challenges of maintaining their partnership. Observers suggest that the egos and ambitions of both men could lead to a fallout.
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