Elon Musk and Trump adviser clash over cabinet picks at Mar-a-Lago

Elon Musk and Donald Trump adviser Boris Epshteyn had a heated argument at Mar-a-Lago over cabinet selections, revealing rising tensions within Trump's transition team. Musk's increasing influence is causing friction with long-time aides who feel sidelined. The clash occurred during a dinner, where Musk criticized Epshteyn's controversial candidate choices, including Representative Matt Gaetz for attorney general. Epshteyn defended his recommendations, leading to a significant disruption in the transition process. Musk's role in Trump's transition has expanded, advocating for candidates like Howard Lutnick for treasury secretary. His frequent presence at Mar-a-Lago has created unease among some Trump loyalists, highlighting the challenges of integrating Musk's outsider perspective with established team members.