Donald Trump’s former “fixer” Michael Cohen has predicted that the president will turn on his richest ally, Elon Musk, and come for his billions. Cohen, who spent years as Trump’s personal attorney and confidant, told an MSNBC panel that he had long anticipated a falling out between Trump and Musk.
Cohen believes Trump is angry about Musk’s vast wealth and may use the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to target government subsidies that helped build Musk’s fortune. Specifically, Cohen thinks Trump will try to claw back electric vehicle tax credits worth $7,000 for each Tesla vehicle sold.
Musk and Trump have been growing apart in recent weeks, with Musk ending his time working with the administration at DOGE last week. The break followed a series of clashes between Musk and Trump aides. Cohen’s prediction comes as tensions between Trump and Musk continue to rise.
Cohen’s own history with the law has led some to view his comments with skepticism. He was sentenced to three years in prison for federal crimes, including campaign finance violations and lying to Congress.
Source: https://www.thedailybeast.com/michael-cohen-predicts-fate-of-donald-trump-elon-musk-bromance