#TrumpVsMusk

How Donald Trump-Elon Musk tensions went from bad to worse in days: A blow-by-blow recap

TrumpVsMusk key Points

- The relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk started positively in July 2024, when Musk supported Trump after an assassination attempt and actively joined his campaign.

- Musk was appointed as an unpaid presidential advisor and promoted government efficiency reforms under the Trump administration.

- The fallout began when Musk criticized Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” warning it would harm the federal budget and undo prior reforms.

- Tensions escalated after Musk accused Trump of removing electric vehicle tax credits, impacting Tesla's finances. Trump responded with public disappointment.

- Musk retaliated by accusing Trump of associations with Jeffrey Epstein and proposed forming a new political party.

- Trump threatened to cut government contracts and subsidies for Musk’s companies, resulting in significant financial losses for Tesla and Musk.

- The feud continued with Trump defending his bill and further criticizing Musk’s business interests.