**Elon Musk's Influence on Trump's Campaign and His Expectations**

Elon Musk, one of the world's wealthiest individuals, played a significant role in Donald J. Trump's re-election campaign. Musk not only provided substantial financial support, donating over $100 million, but also actively participated by promoting Trump across various platforms, particularly on his social media platform, X. He was a visible figure at campaign events, including rallies in key states like Pennsylvania.

Sources have revealed that even before Trump's victory, Musk had approached him with specific requests for the presidential transition. One notable request was to appoint several employees from SpaceX, Musk's aerospace company, to top positions within the Defense Department. This move would strategically place his trusted associates within an agency that is a major client of SpaceX.

This level of involvement highlights the potential benefits Musk could gain from his investment in Trump's campaign. SpaceX, along with Musk's other ventures such as Tesla, has significant ties with federal agencies, raking in billions through contracts for launching rockets, building satellites, and providing space-based communication services. Integrating his personnel into key government roles could further bolster these relationships, despite the potential conflicts of interest arising from their dual roles.

Executives from SpaceX and Tesla, as well as spokespeople for Trump’s transition team, have not commented on these developments. The implications of Musk's involvement in shaping the administration could unfold in ways that benefit his extensive business interests, making use of his substantial contributions to Trump's re-election effort.