It seems the bromance between Donald Trump and Elon Musk is causing quite the stir in Republican circles. GOP strategists are reportedly sweating bullets over Musk’s growing influence in the White House, fearing that his aggressive cost-cutting measures might backfire spectacularly come election season.

Enter the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE (yes, like the meme). Musk’s brainchild aims to trim the fat in federal agencies, but not everyone’s laughing. Alex Conant, a Republican strategist, warns that if DOGE starts axing programs people actually use, there’ll be “political costs.” Translation: messing with voters’ benefits is a surefire way to lose votes.

Doug Heye, another GOP strategist, predicts that Musk’s involvement will lead to “real job losses,” especially in communities that have traditionally supported Trump. Nothing says “thanks for your vote” like a pink slip, right?

Even the MAGA faithful are raising eyebrows at Musk’s omnipresence. At a recent NCAA wrestling championship in Philadelphia, Trump showed up with his entourage, including Musk. The reception? Let’s just say it wasn’t all cheers. Katy Travis, a wrestling mom from Montana, remarked that Musk’s constant shadowing makes Trump “look weak” and “ridiculous”, adding that it seems like the president is “kissing ass to get money.” Ouch.

Investors aren’t thrilled either. Jarrod Scandle, a retired police officer from Pennsylvania, voiced concerns about his stock portfolio, noting it’s “red every day” thanks to Musk’s DOGE antics. It’s one thing to champion efficiency; it’s another to tank the market.

In a nutshell, while Trump and Musk might be enjoying their billionaire bromance, the rest of the GOP isn’t so smitten. With midterms on the horizon, Republicans are left wondering if Musk’s “efficiencies” will cost them dearly at the polls. Perhaps it’s time for the party to have “the talk” with Trump about his new bestie.