How Trump and Musk are still linked - despite falling out
Summary
Donald Trump and Elon Musk had a falling out after being closely connected through political and business interests. Despite their feud, they remain linked due to past campaign donations, government contracts, and shared connections.Key Facts
- Donald Trump and Elon Musk were once closely linked through political and business interests.
- Musk donated $290 million to Trump and other Republicans last year, according to Open Secrets.
- Musk's companies, such as SpaceX and Tesla, have significant business dealings with the U.S. government, with SpaceX receiving $20.9 billion in contracts since 2008.
- Trump suggested ending government contracts with Musk's companies, but this would be a complex process.
- Musk hinted at possibly supporting a new political party, questioning if the U.S. needs one representing the political center.
- Musk and his companies face multiple government investigations, including more than 30 reported by the New York Times.
- Many employees at the Department of Government Efficiency, created under Trump's administration, previously worked for Musk's companies.
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