#TrumpVsMusk A volatile relationship

Musk initially served as a White House adviser during Trump's first term, but later left. Despite past friction, Musk officially endorsed Trump in July 2024 after the assassination attempt. He became a major donor, contributing over $250 million to Trump's campaign, and was appointed to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative.

Recent rift

Their relationship soured dramatically in early June 2025 over a major budget bill that Trump supported. Musk publicly denounced the bill as a "disgusting abomination," fearing its impact on the deficit and the potential elimination of electric vehicle tax credits, which would have affected Tesla.

Accusations and threats

Trump expressed "disappointment" and "surprise" at Musk's criticism, threatening to cancel "lucrative government contracts" for companies like Tesla and SpaceX. Musk responded by claiming that Trump "would have lost the election" without his support and accused him of "ingratitude." He also made unfounded allegations about Trump's appearance in the Jeffrey Epstein files.

This latest public spat marks a significant shift from their recent alliance, highlighting the volatile nature of their relationship.👈