Donald Trump recently addressed what he described as the media’s attempt to make Elon Musk out to be the real power in the White House.
In a recent Fox News interview, the U.S. president laughed off the speculation, claiming the media’s efforts to drive a wedge between him and the tech mogul have fallen flat.
Trump Responds to Media Mockery
“They do it all the time,” Trump remarked, as he mimicked a news anchor’s tone.
“We have breaking news: Donald Trump has ceded control of the presidency to Elon Musk.
President Musk will be attending a cabinet meeting tonight…” Trump joked, poking fun at the reports surrounding Musk’s increasing prominence.
Speculation About Musk’s Influence
Rumors have been swirling about Musk’s growing role in the administration.
The billionaire, born in South Africa, is officially leading the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE).
Despite his title, Musk has taken on far-reaching responsibilities, reportedly identifying areas of government waste and taking swift action to cut jobs and reduce spending.
His high profile has sparked numerous media jabs, including a satirical Time magazine cover that shows Musk seated at the Resolute Desk, and a New Yorker cover depicting both Musk and Trump taking the presidential oath together.
Trump Stands by Musk Amid Criticism
While Musk has faced significant criticism, Trump has continued to support him, highlighting Musk’s role in tackling the country’s budget issues.
In the Fox interview, Trump revealed that he and Musk had discussed the media’s mockery.
“Actually, Elon called me,” Trump shared.
‘You know, they’re trying to drive us apart,’ he said. I said, ‘Absolutely.’”
Trump added that he believes Americans can see through these media tactics.
Trump Reflects on the Media’s Strategy
Trump, never one to hold back his opinions, expressed his thoughts on how the media operates.
“I used to think they were good at it,” Trump said.
“They’re actually bad at it, because if they were good at it, I’d never be president.”
He continued, “The people are smart. They get it.”
Musk’s Media Attention Continues
Despite the media’s attempts to frame Musk in a negative light, the Tesla and SpaceX founder continues to dominate headlines.
His appearance in the Oval Office, where he casually dressed and brought his four-year-old son, further fueled the media’s focus on him.
Musk even spoke for a longer time than Trump during the visit, which only added to the awkward dynamic that some Democrats have seized on.
Polls show a growing divide, with more Americans viewing Musk negatively than positively, but Trump remains unbothered by the ongoing media coverage.
Trump’s Approval Rating Remains High
While Musk faces public scrutiny, Trump seems to be riding high with some of his best approval ratings yet.
As the relationship between Trump and Musk continues to captivate the media and the public, it’s unclear how long the ‘bromance’ will last.
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