The New York Times reported that the world’s wealthiest individual effectively became the president-elect's tenant after Election Day.

Elon Musk has been shelling out big bucks for a cottage at Mar-a-Lago since around the time of the 2024 presidential election, according to a new report. The cottage — supposedly called "Banyan" — is said to cost $2,

“Elon Musk plays many roles with President-elect Donald J. Trump. He is Mr. Trump’s most important donor, most influential social media promoter and a key adviser on policy and personnel,” the Times began its report. “For most of the time since Election Day, he has also been Mr. Trump’s tenant,” it added.