Elon Musk Overshadows Trump in Oval Office Press Conference

Musk's dominance during the event highlights concerns over presidential authority and expanded powers granted to the billionaire.

Elon Musk commanded attention during a White House press conference, overshadowing President Donald Trump both in words and presence.
Musk, dressed casually with his young son present, spoke extensively about government waste and fraud, claiming to have uncovered billions without providing evidence.
The event drew criticism for the optics of Musk appearing to dominate Trump, with MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell calling it the 'most powerless image of a president ever.'
Musk's growing influence was underscored by Trump's decision to grant him significant authority to restructure federal agencies and reduce the workforce.
Critics, including Rep. Jamie Raskin, warned of authoritarian tendencies and conflicts of interest as Musk continues to wield unprecedented power in government affairs.