Trump Gripes About 'President Musk' Jokes, Doubles Down on Birther Claims

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Trump Gripes About 'President Musk' Jokes, Doubles Down on Birther Claims
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Donald Trump expressed irritation at suggestions that Elon Musk is the true power behind the scenes, dismissing them as a hoax. During a speech, Trump mocked the idea, even making a jab at Musk's birthplace, highlighting his ineligibility for presidency. Despite Trump's denials, critics point to Musk's influence, especially his public campaign against the GOP funding resolution, which ultimately failed due to his pressure.

Donald Trump is starting to sound markedly testy about people insinuating that his "First Buddy" Elon Musk is the real one running the show.

Moments later, he doubled down with a smug-sounding jab at Musk about his birthplace — with perhaps a little too much zest. And the critics have a point. Musk made one of his most blatant displays of power last Wednesday when he essentially

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