Overview

• Elon Musk has been living in a $2,000-per-night cottage at Mar-a-Lago, reportedly since Election Day, giving him direct access to President-elect Donald Trump.
• Musk contributed over $250 million to Trump’s 2024 campaign and has become a key advisor, participating in meetings, personnel decisions, and policy discussions during the presidential transition.
• Trump has publicly acknowledged Musk's presence at the estate, describing him as a tenant, though it remains unclear if Musk will be charged for his stay.
• Musk’s influence has sparked internal tensions within Trump’s team, with some advisers concerned about his outsized role in shaping the incoming administration.
• The close relationship between Musk and Trump is expected to shift after the inauguration, as White House security protocols will limit Musk's physical proximity to the president.