Musk's Impact on Budget Negotiations
's posts on led to the collapse of a bipartisan budget proposal, pushing to abandon a spending bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown.
Despite Trump's initial silence, he later praised a new plan to fund the government and lift the debt ceiling, indicating Musk's significant influence over the process.
Political Reactions and Implications
Critics label Musk as the "shadow president," accusing him of wielding undue political power and pushing for policies that benefit his interests.
Some Republicans argue Trump's leadership remains central, while Democrats criticize Musk's influence, fearing it undermines democratic processes.