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In a surprising turn of events, Musk's net worth skyrocketed to over $400 billion by the end of the year. This leap was driven largely by speculative investments that seemed to derive strength from his association with Trump. However, this uptick in wealth came with its own set of insecurities, notably a tenuous rapport with investors who evidently saw Musk’s gambles in politics as risky.
To navigate these high stakes, Musk appears to have taken an unconventional route: he leveraged his relationship with Trump to exert influence over various political and economic policies. Reports suggest that Musk has a level of control over Trump, guiding decisions that could benefit his business interests.