In 2016, Donald Trump’s son allegedly proposed a unique vice-presidential arrangement to John Kasich, where Kasich would control federal policies, a claim both camps denied. Trump eventually selected Mike Pence for a conventional role. In his second term, speculation arose about a new power dynamic, possibly sharing responsibilities with high-profile influencers such as Elon Musk, who, despite lacking cabinet status, has been empowered within the Department of Government Efficiency, indicating a significant shift in executive power distribution.
As Donald Trump considered vice presidential candidates in 2016, his son proposed that John Kasich could effectively serve as president in all but name, running policies while Trump focused on branding. This idea was swiftly denied by both camps as far-fetched and baseless.
Trump’s eventual V.P. selection, Mike Pence, adopted a more traditional role, adhering strictly to the boundaries of his position—until he was asked to do just as Trump overstepped constitutional limits.
In Trump’s second term, he seems to be redefining presidential responsibilities by potentially splitting the roles of head of state and head of government, suggesting a shared governance with figures like Elon Musk wielding considerable executive authority.
Elon Musk, though not a cabinet member, has been granted significant power within the government, highlighting a shift in how America perceives executive positions and their influence on policy.
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