I think Trump likes having Elon do all the actual “work.” Benedict Donald doesn’t like to govern, decide policy, or come up with solutions or programs. He does like being the center of attention, playing golf, watching TV, getting revenge, and hobnobbing with the right people. Elon has relieved him of the arduous parts of the job. Musk has also made it possible for Trump to make a lot of money through crypto bribes, grifts, and influence peddling. These are prices that Trump’s ego is willing to pay and Misk will be a great scapegoat if necessary. At the end of the day, everything about Trump, including the job of the presidency is for sale and Musk has paid the bill.