$#TrumpVsMusk Donald Trump and Elon Musk, once allies, are now engaged in a public feud. The rift began when Musk criticized Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," claiming it would increase the national debt and undermine his own Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative. Trump responded by saying Musk had "lost his mind" and wasn't interested in speaking to him.
*Key Events in the Feud:*
- *Musk's Criticism*: Musk expressed his disapproval of the bill, stating it would "destroy millions of jobs in America" and cause "immense strategic harm" to the country.
- *Trump's Retaliation*: Trump threatened to use DOGE to investigate Musk's business contracts with the government and even suggested deporting Musk.
- *Musk's Threats*: Musk retaliated by announcing he'd donate to Rep. Thomas Massie's reelection campaign, who opposed Trump's bill, and floated the idea of forming a new political party, "The America Party".
- *Temporary Truce*: The two seemed to mend fences after Musk apologized for his posts, but the feud reignited when Musk renewed his attacks on Trump's bill.
*Consequences:*
- *Financial Impact*: The feud led to a significant drop in Tesla's stock value, with Musk losing an estimated $34 billion.
- *Political Ramifications*: The dispute risked $100 million in political donations to Trump-affiliated organizations and threatened a $5 billion debt sale for Musk's xAI.
- *Public Reaction*: The feud has sparked comparisons to celebrity rivalries, with some supporting Trump and others backing Musk .
