President $TRUMP has parted ways with his red Tesla Model S, a car he bought in March as a nod to Elon Musk. That gesture of support? It’s history. What was once a quirky tech-political bromance has spiraled into a high-stakes feud with major financial and political fallout.
White House sources say $TRUMP has no plans to reach out to Musk, and Musk seems content keeping his distance — despite dropping cryptic hints otherwise.
**Musk’s Quiet Retreat**
Behind the headlines, Musk is treading carefully. On Thursday, he backtracked on a threat to halt SpaceX’s Dragon missions, critical for NASA’s astronaut and cargo transport to the ISS. Those federal contracts are a lifeline for SpaceX, and Musk knows pushing too far could hurt his bottom line.
Enter billionaire Bill Ackman, playing mediator with a public plea for the duo to reconcile “for the good of the country.” Musk’s reply? A vague “You’re not wrong.” But don’t hold your breath for a truce.
**It’s Not Just Personal — It’s Business**
This clash is about more than egos. Musk’s empire — Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and beyond — relies on billions in federal contracts. If Trump makes good on threats to slash those, Musk could face a financial hit.
Trump’s not unscathed either. Musk reportedly poured $275M into Trump’s 2024 campaign, with another $100M pledged for pro-Trump groups ahead of 2026. After this week’s drama, that cash is looking shaky.
A Power Duo Imploding
A president ditching his Tesla sends a loud message. A billionaire dialing back NASA threats shows the stakes. This public fallout could reshape U.S. tech, federal spending, and the political arena.
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