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Elon Musk’s growing influence over the US government, particularly through his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is causing tensions among senior officials in President Trump’s administration. While Trump supports Musk’s bold reforms, communication gaps and sudden changes have left some White House staff feeling excluded and struggling to keep up.