Trump Supports Musk’s White House Role: A Relationship’s Journey
The world's richest person and the president of the United States have become close political allies, with Musk calling himself "first buddy" following Trump's victory and donating more than $200 million toward pro-Trump super PACs. He's been seen by Trump's side often since the inauguration in January, and his official role at the White House is a "special government employee."
Trump tasked Elon Musk with recommending cost cuts in the federal government, which are being made by the White House DOGE office. Since his…