It seems that Elon Musk’s friendship with President Donald Trump and government cost-cutting job has already saved a boatload of money ― for him. Just a month into the second Trump administration, Musk has overseen the slashing of thousands of government jobs through his so-called Department of Government Efficiency.

Elon Musk is one of the most influential figures on the planet, but is his public persona just a well-crafted illusion? From memes to media stunts, here’s a look at why some people see him as a problem,