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Elon Musk's Troubling Advisory Role After Trump's Presidency

5/31/2025

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Elon Musk will continue advising Donald Trump post-White House, despite a tumultuous tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency. His drastic cuts, including the elimination of USAID, raised concerns over potential loss of life. With legal battles and unmet savings targets, Musk's popularity has plummeted, now sitting at a troubling net favorability of -14.

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Elon Musk will continue advising Donald Trump post-White House, despite a tumultuous tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency. His drastic cuts, including the elimination of USAID, raised concerns over potential loss of life. With legal battles and unmet savings targets, Musk's popularity has plummeted, now sitting at a troubling net favorability of -14.