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Published on 2025-01-05 12:00:38 - MSN
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  • In the early hours of New Year's Day, Elon Musk lobbed a series of angry posts and allegations towards British Prime Minister Keir Starmer - engulfing his government in a very public fight that it really doesn't want.

The article discusses Britain's efforts to strengthen ties with Donald Trump ahead of the U.S. presidential election, amid concerns about the implications of Elon Musk's growing influence in American politics. British Foreign Secretary David Cameron has been actively engaging with Trump, including a visit to his Mar-a-Lago estate, to ensure favorable relations should Trump win the election. However, Elon Musk's increasing political clout, particularly through his interactions with Trump and his potential influence over policy decisions, poses a challenge. Musk's discussions with Trump on topics like electric vehicles and his potential advisory role in a future Trump administration could impact U.S. policy in ways that might not align with British interests, especially in areas like trade, technology, and environmental regulations. This situation underscores the delicate balance Britain must navigate in its foreign relations strategy.

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