1A 'If You Can Keep It': Elon Musk's Role In The Trump Administration
Mar 3, 2025
30:34
He's the CEO of one of the nation's most successful electric car brands. He owns a legacy social media company. By some estimates, he's the world's richest man.
But how much influence does he have over the federal government?
We discuss Elon Musk — the things he's done while working with the Department of Government Efficiency, the mistakes he and his team have made, and the place he'll have working with the administration going forward.
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But how much influence does he have over the federal government?
We discuss Elon Musk — the things he's done while working with the Department of Government Efficiency, the mistakes he and his team have made, and the place he'll have working with the administration going forward.
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