Melania Trump Reportedly Objected to Elon Musk's White House Sleepovers

Melania Trump reportedly objected to Elon Musk staying overnight at the White House, as detailed in a new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan. Despite her objections, Musk spent multiple nights in the Lincoln Bedroom after President Trump agreed to his request. The book, "Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump," is based on hundreds of interviews and provides insights into Trump family dynamics and policy debates, leaving some White House insiders uneasy.

Musk, who led the DOGE task force and promised to save the government $2 trillion through budget cuts, actually saw federal spending rise during his tenure. He actually stayed with friends on other nights and sometimes used a sleeping bag in his office. In May 2025, Musk acknowledged sometimes staying overnight at the White House at Trump's invitation, downplaying the requests.

The book also reveals tensions between the Trumps over interior design, with staff often caught between their decorating preferences. President Trump, who maintains a separate bedroom, would redecorate while Melania was away, sometimes moving items himself.

Additionally, the book shares a moment where Barron Trump, worried about his father's safety after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, called the president, who calmed him down.

Musk's relationship with the Trumps appears complex; after a public feud sparked by Musk's opposition to the "Big, Beautiful Bill," the two seemed to mend fences during a trip to China. However, other Trump associates, like Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, have expressed discomfort or clashed with Musk.

The Independent reached out to the White House for comment but received no response.