Elon Musk, known for his bold exploits, has sent shockwaves through Trump’s inner circle, sources say. Trump loyalists and aides report that Musk’s stunt has unleashed unprecedented panic, fracturing alliances and spurring urgent calls for intervention, with many eyeing White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles to restore order.
In addition to the claims that billionaire Elon Musk is making the life of Donald Trump’s inner circle a living hell with his freelancing, Jake Lahut of Wired stated on MSNBC that some people are looking to White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles to step in and right the ship at this point.
While making an appearance on the MSNBC program “Way Too Early” with Ali Vitali as the host, Lahut asserted that the relationship between certain Trump officials and the unelected tech billionaire is reaching a critical juncture.
“You spoke to half a dozen Trump loyalists, Republican aides and advisers inside and around the administration,” Vitali encouraged her guest when she asked them about their conversation. “I think many of them, even though they say they’re shocked to be saying this, the rift almost seemed inevitable. But how much of a rift actually is it? And what is the sense behind the scenes?”
In his response, Lahut stated that he is still unsure of the various factions that are involved in this situation but that it is taking place, The Raw Story shares.
He proceeded by saying that he would not call it a full-blown freak-out just yet, but the people he has talked to have all been faithful to Trump and has been on the [Trump] train since before January 6th, and it takes quite a bit to shake or surprise these people. He said that he would not call it a full-blown situation just yet.
Additionally, he mentioned that these are individuals who typically would have found a way to spin things, but they are unsure of who to consult. Many of them are hoping that Susie Wiles, who is the chief of staff in the White House, will step in and help in some way.
He said that he had no idea what that might look like under any circumstances.
Uncertain of how to handle Musk’s increasing power, many Trump insiders are now seeking stability from Susie Wiles. This isn’t the first time Musk has agitated Trump’s inner circle; the tensions were already high before he showed up for the inauguration, where a contentious hand gesture sparked political discussion.
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