Musk influence over Trump a ‘double-edged sword’ for GOP

Published December 31, 2024 4:47pm ET



Since joining Donald Trump‘s inner circle, Elon Musk has increasingly flexed his political muscle, aggravating some of the president-elect’s most ardent supporters and increasing concerns over the high-profile billionaire’s growing influence.

The latest example came earlier this week after Trump sided with Musk over visas for high-tech workers, going against many in the MAGA base, including right-wing activist Laura Loomer, who wants to see the president-elect take a hard-line immigration policy with mass deportation of illegal immigrants. 

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