Elon Musk, reportedly Donald Trump's right-hand man, is known for his disagreements within the administration. A White House meeting saw Musk clashing with Secretary of State Marco Rubio in front of Trump himself.
Elon Musk clash with Marco Rubio: Since Donald Trump's presidency, Elon Musk has been entrusted with significant responsibilities. He is often referred to as Trump's right-hand man, a position that has frequently led to internal governmental conflicts. One such incident occurred during a high-level White House meeting where Elon Musk engaged in a heated debate with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in the presence of President Trump.
Dispute over Layoffs
The Trump administration has been implementing strict measures, including budget cuts and staff layoffs, which have faced significant opposition. This issue sparked a sharp disagreement between Elon Musk and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Musk's Accusation against Rubio
According to a New York Times report, Elon Musk, head of the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE), is a b advocate for government spending cuts. During the meeting, he accused Secretary of State Marco Rubio of insufficient staff reductions within his department. Musk reportedly taunted Rubio, stating, "You haven't fired anyone, and your department remains unnecessarily large."
Rubio's Rebuttal
Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded to Musk's accusations by stating that 1500 employees had already voluntarily retired from his department. He retorted, sarcastically asking Musk, "Do you want us to rehire them just to fire them again for show?"
Trump Sides with Rubio
As the argument escalated, President Donald Trump intervened, supporting Secretary of State Rubio and stating that he was performing well under significant pressure. This implied a suggestion for Musk to adopt less aggressive policies.
Trump's Statement: No Confrontation
In a press conference, when questioned about the reported confrontation between Musk and Rubio, Trump dismissed it, stating, "There was no such dispute; I was present. Musk and Rubio are working together effectively." Trump further added that Rubio was performing exceptionally well as Secretary of State, while Elon Musk was making significant contributions to the country.
