#TrumpVsMusk The once-strong alliance between Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump has dramatically unraveled, culminating in a highly public and acrimonious feud that has significant political and financial implications. 
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🔥 From Allies to Adversaries
Elon Musk, who was a major supporter of Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign—donating nearly $300 million and serving as co-chair of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—has turned into a vocal critic of Trump’s policies. The fallout began when Musk denounced Trump’s signature spending initiative, the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” labeling it as corrupt and fiscally irresponsible. 
In retaliation, Trump criticized Musk’s ingratitude and threatened to cut federal contracts with Musk’s companies, including SpaceX, which has received over $20 billion in government funding since 2008. Musk escalated the conflict by alleging, without providing evidence, that Trump was implicated in the Epstein files. 
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📉 Financial and Political Repercussions
The feud has had significant financial consequences. Tesla’s stock plummeted by 14%, erasing approximately $150 billion in market value, while SpaceX-related investments dropped nearly 13%. Musk’s net worth declined by $34 billion.   
Politically, Musk has hinted at launching a new political party, with polls on his platform showing substantial support for the idea. Some Republicans are distancing themselves from the feud, while Democrats observe the schism with interest.  
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🧩 Timeline of the Fallout
• July 2024: Musk endorses Trump following an assassination attempt. 
• January 2025: Musk appointed as co-chair of DOGE.
• May 2025: Musk resigns from DOGE, criticizing Trump’s spending bill.
• June 2025: Public feud escalates with mutual insults and policy threats.
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🔮 Looking Ahead
The breakdown of the Musk-Trump alliance underscores the volatility of political and business relationships. As both figures navigate the fallout, the implications for U.S. politics,
