The conflict between Donald Trump and Elon Musk arose due to differences in politics and personal ambitions. Musk criticized Trump for attempting to overturn the 2020 election and supporting extremist movements, while Trump spoke negatively about Musk, calling him "unreliable" and criticizing him for stepping down from the presidential council during his administration. Musk, in turn, stated that Trump is too old for a new term and it is time to "pass the torch." Their confrontation reflects the struggle between the old political establishment and the new technological elite.