Elon Musk's Growing Influence in Trump's Circle Raises Eyebrows

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Elon Musk's involvement in Donald Trump's transition team is causing friction among Trump's insiders, as Musk's presence is seen as a distraction. Despite this, Trump seems to enjoy the attention from Musk, who has been given a role in a new 'Department of Government Efficiency.' Meanwhile, Trump is preparing for a meeting with President Joe Biden, marking a rare moment of cooperation between the two, despite their political differences. The meeting is part of the traditional transition of power, though tensions remain high between the outgoing and incoming administrations.
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