Elon Musk has become a key figure in supporting Donald Trump’s administration, yet he concedes the challenge of juggling this role with his other business commitments.
Elon Musk’s open support for Donald Trump’s return to the presidency is viewed by some as a significant influence. Musk has taken an active role by reportedly leading a team within Trump’s administration called DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency. According to Musk, their efforts have been fruitful so far.
Nevertheless, in a recent conversation with Larry Kudlow of Fox News, Musk’s response to questions about his businesses has attracted attention.
Musk is involved with several ventures, most notably Tesla, Twitter, and SpaceX, among others.
During the Monday (March 10) interview, Kudlow inquired: “Have you given up your other stuff? How are you running your other businesses?”
Musk responded with a nervous chuckle and said: “With great difficulty,” before exhaling deeply.
After a pause, he added: “I’m just trying to make government more efficient, eliminate waste and fraud and so far we are making good progress.”
Here is the moment as captured:
The brief video clip has spread across social media platforms, with many commenting on Musk’s unusual reaction to these inquiries.
A Reddit user observed: “He slipped into his native accent, indicating he was nervous and off-guard.”
Another remarked: “What you’re saying is there’s no going back? [Blank stare… eyes dart around, consider running away, take a deep breath then quiver on the exhale]…”
Someone else noted: “Yeah he does NOT want to participate with traditional media in any way, let alone a sit down interview (even with softball from Fox). He’s not in control and it’s hard to lie for clout to people’s faces, that really is still some keyboard warrior trait.”
On Twitter, a user criticized Musk for his struggle to handle both his businesses and his collaboration with Trump, stating: “It’s clear to me at least that Musk has little idea of what he is doing. He has never served in public office, has no idea of the U.S. Constitution or the judicial structure, and has little to no regard for the truth.”
Another person expressed satisfaction that Musk was having difficulties, remarking: “Small but meaningful comfort that Elon musk is probably having a sh**** day.”
Despite these challenges, Musk might not have much to worry about, as President Trump has assured that he will ‘look after his baby’ by purchasing a new Tesla in response to the boycotts.