A rift appears to be forming within Donald Trump's sphere of influence, with disagreements emerging on key issues such as immigration and foreign worker visas. This comes as Elon Musk, a recent ally, expresses reservations about House Speaker Mike Johnson, further complicating the political landscape.
Trump has been actively sharing articles suggesting a potential merger with Canada and has also revisited the idea of acquiring Greenland, signaling expansionist interests. Meanwhile, his influential associate, Elon Musk, publicly questioned the re-election bid of House Speaker Mike Johnson, contrasting with Trump’s call for party unity.
These internal conflicts surfaced after Trump seemingly sided with tech interests on H-1B worker visas, sparking debate with traditional "America First" conservatives. Despite this, former White House strategist Steve Bannon downplayed any major conflict, dismissing Musk as "not tough enough" to engage in a significant political battle.
The internal tension extends to the president-elect's cabinet picks, who have been instructed to avoid social media without approval from the transition team. This directive underscores the administration's efforts to control messaging, which indicates a concern about perceived discord within the team.
In addition, other notable developments include a legal battle faced by Mike Lindell over unpaid debt and the announcement of Matthew Graves, the U.S. attorney overseeing cases related to the January 6th Capitol riot, stepping down before Trump's inauguration.
Furthermore, a recent poll indicates substantial support among Republican voters for using the military to detain undocumented immigrants in camps, a controversial plan that Trump has openly advocated for. This policy is in direct contradiction with current discussions on family detention and separation.
Finally, Bitcoin's post-election rally, fueled by anticipation of a crypto-friendly administration, has slowed, despite Trump’s positive statements on digital assets. Concurrently, Elon Musk's proximity to Trump, staying in a cottage on the Mar-a-Lago estate, highlights the ongoing connection between the two figures amidst these tensions.
