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A couple of months ago, Saturday Night Live aired a hilarious skit in which "Donald Trump" tells "Joe Biden" that he can't return to
Mar-a-Lago
because Elon Musk is always there. While meant as comedy, there may be some truth to the portrayal. Insiders report that Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Musk's omnipresence at Mar-a-Lago. However, Trump may have found a clever way to get rid of him—by sending him to space.
Trump and Biden Meeting Cold Open - SNL
Recently, Trump posted on social media: "I have just asked Elon Musk and @SpaceX to ‘go get’ the two brave astronauts who have been virtually abandoned in space by the Biden Administration. They have been waiting for many months on the Space Station. Elon will soon be on his way. Hopefully, all will be safe. Good luck, Elon!!!"
While most saw this as yet another attempt to criticize the Biden administration, some speculate whether this was also a subtle way to nudge Musk out of Mar-a-Lago and, perhaps, off the planet altogether.
Less Access to Trump?
Elon Musk initially entered Trump's inner circle as the unofficial "tech bro-in-chief," a billionaire visionary with ambitions stretching from meme culture to space colonization. However, Musk’s direct access to Trump may now be facing roadblocks, reportedly due to Trump’s chief of staff, Susie Wiles.
After reports surfaced that Musk was receiving a West Wing office and a government email account, another report quickly dismissed the claim, crediting Wiles for limiting Musk's access. Wiles, known for her strict approach, reportedly made it clear that anyone who cannot be "collaborative and focused on shared goals" has no place in the West Wing. She also ensured that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which Musk heads, reports directly to her rather than Musk having unrestricted access to Trump.
Musk reacted to these reports with laughter emojis on social media, dismissing the speculation. However, some believe this limitation of access might be connected to Musk’s growing
political influence
and his recent criticism of Trump’s AI project, Stargate.
President Musk?
Musk’s involvement in politics has sparked a larger debate: Is he becoming an unelected power broker? Some have even called him the "George Soros of the Right." Musk’s growing influence spans from tech innovation to social media control, and now, deep political involvement. His financial contributions, including a reported $277 million donation to Trump's reelection campaign, have made him a key player in conservative circles.
During a recent funding battle,
GOP
lawmakers openly praised Musk, with Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) referring to him as "our prime minister." Musk’s influence is undeniable, but critics warn that his unchecked power could be reshaping government dynamics without traditional oversight. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) mocked Musk’s role, saying, "Will Republicans kiss the ring?" while Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass) went further, claiming, "At least we know who’s in charge—he’s president, and Trump is now vice president."
Trump himself dismissed any possibility of Musk holding office, saying with a chuckle, "He's not going to be president. That I can tell you. And I'm safe. You know why? He can't be. He wasn't born in this country."
Musk vs. Stargate
Adding to the tension is Musk’s criticism of Trump’s ambitious AI project, Stargate. This $500 billion AI initiative, involving OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank, has faced skepticism from Musk, who questioned whether the involved companies had the financial resources to fund such a massive project. Musk’s skepticism may be linked to his ongoing feud with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and his lawsuit against OpenAI over its alleged shift from nonprofit to private interests.
Trump, however, downplayed Musk’s criticism, suggesting that Musk’s doubts stem from personal grudges. "No, he hates one of the people," Trump said, referring to Musk’s dislike for Altman. Despite Musk’s financial concerns, the White House has stood by the project, asserting that private investors are backing it without government funding.
Musk’s Global Political Moves
Beyond the United States, Musk’s political influence continues to expand. In the UK, he is reportedly considering a $127 million donation to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, a move that would make it the largest political donation in British history. In Germany, Musk controversially declared that "only the AfD can save Germany," endorsing the far-right Alternative for Germany party, which has been classified as an extremist group by German intelligence.
These moves raise concerns about billionaires shaping political landscapes across multiple countries without democratic accountability. While Musk presents himself as a "centrist counterweight" to Soros, his growing role in conservative politics continues to generate intense debate.
