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Elon Musk hasn't always been Trump's 'first buddy' — see how their relationship has evolved over the years

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Elon Musk and Donald Trump have had a tumultuous relationship over the years .

The world's richest person and president-elect have become close political allies.

Trump officially added Musk to his administration to help lead his DOGE effort.

Musk called himself " first buddy" following Trump 's election victory.

Elon Musk and other right-leaning voices in Silicon Valley initially supported Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis .

Musk endorses Trump after the former president was shot during a political rally ahead of the Republican National Convention .

Trump tried to woo Musk during a meeting at Mar-a-Lago resort, but the billionaire says he won't give him money.

Tesla CEO tweeted a photo of himself on a podium emblazoned with the acronym " D.O.G.E"—Department of Government Efficiency .

Trump said in August that he "certainly would" consider adding Musk to his Cabinet or an advisory role.

Trump is reportedly soon to announce that he has taken Musk 's advice and is forming a government efficiency commission.

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