#TrumpVsMusk The once-strong alliance between President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has dramatically unraveled, evolving into a public and contentious feud.
Their relationship began in mid-2024 when Musk emerged as a prominent Trump supporter, donating nearly $75 million to a pro-Trump PAC and appearing at campaign events. Following Trump's re-election in November 2024, Musk played a visible role in the administration, even joining Trump in the Oval Office. He was appointed co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a position that, while largely symbolic, underscored his influence within the administration.
However, tensions surfaced in May 2025 when Musk criticized Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill," a sweeping tax and spending initiative projected to add significantly to the federal deficit. Musk voiced concerns over the bill's fiscal irresponsibility, leading to his departure from the White House.
