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Musk and Trump: A Fraying Alliance?
Elon Musk’s growing influence over Donald Trump has sparked concern among political observers and late-night commentators alike. Seth Meyers, host of “Late Night,” recently weighed in on this dynamic, suggesting that the relationship may be on shaky ground.
During his “A Closer Look” segment, Meyers highlighted the irony in Trump’s previous assertions of independence from wealthy donors. Despite years of claiming he didn’t need their money, Trump now finds himself turning to billionaire Musk for input on significant decisions.
Vivian Salama, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, shared her insights during a CNN discussion that Meyers aired. She pointed out that Trump traditionally embodies a self-reliant attitude, often preferring to act as his own spokesperson. This raises the question of how his alliance with Musk will ultimately unfold.
Meyers crafted a vivid metaphor for the potential fallout, comparing the situation to placing a leopard in a gorilla enclosure. “Oh, it’ll definitely be interesting,” he remarked. “This is obviously gonna end in disaster; it’s just a question of how and when.”
One immediate concern Meyers addressed is the impending government shutdown, which has been intensified by Musk’s recent social media activity. Musk publicly urged Congress to reject a compromise aimed at preventing the shutdown, further complicating an already tense political atmosphere.
Meyers sarcastically commented on Musk’s influence, saying, “Shoutout to the billionaire’s ‘shut it all down on the holidays’ energy.” He likened the scenario to a dark twist on Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” envisioning Scrooge barging in demanding a turkey, underscoring the absurdity of the current situation.
For a deeper dive into Meyers’s take on these developments, viewers can tune into the full “A Closer Look” segment available in the video.
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