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Trump-Musk Feud Intensifies: No Reconciliation in Sight?
The Trump-musk feud has reached a boiling point, with former President Donald Trump declaring no interest in reconciliation and warning Elon Musk of potential repercussions for supporting Democratic candidates. The increasingly public and personal clash raises questions about the future of government contracts and political alliances.
Trump твердо стоит на своем
In a phone interview conducted with NBC’s Kristen Welker, Former President Trump stated unequivocally that he intends to make no amends with Musk. When asked directly if his relationship with the Tesla and SpaceX Ceo was over, Trump responded, “I would assume so, yeah.”
“I’m too busy doing other things,” Trump added, emphasizing his focus elsewhere. “You know, I won an election in a landslide.I gave him a lot of breaks, long before this happened, I gave him breaks in my frist administration, and saved his life in my first administration, I have no intention of speaking to him.”
Warning Issued Over political Support
Trump issued a stern warning amid growing speculation that musk might support Democratic lawmakers in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.
“If he does, he’ll have to pay the consequences for that,” Trump told NBC, declining to specify what those consequences would entail.
Musk’s companies currently hold important federal contracts, potentially making them vulnerable to political pressure.
from Ally to Target?
These recent statements paint a picture of Musk transitioning from a close ally to a potential target for Trump, known for using his influence to penalize critics.
As a major government contractor, Musk’s businesses are particularly exposed. Trump has previously suggested cutting Musk’s contracts as a simple cost-saving measure.Defense News reports that government contracts are often subject to intense scrutiny and can be easily terminated or altered.
The Catalyst: “Big Beautiful Bill”
The dramatic fallout between the former president and the billionaire began with Musk’s public criticism of the “big beautiful bill” under consideration in Congress. Musk argued the bill would inflate the national debt, labeling it a “disgusting abomination.”
The exchange escalated rapidly, with Trump and Musk engaging in personal attacks on social media, prompting concern among White House and Congressional leaders.
Musk’s counter-Offensive
Amidst the escalating conflict,Musk went so far as to suggest Trump should face impeachment and made unsubstantiated claims regarding Trump’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
Musk later deleted his posts about Epstein.
Vance Attempts Damage Control
Vice President JD Vance sought to mitigate the situation.
He acknowledged that musk was making a “huge mistake” by targeting Trump, attributing it to frustration and calling Musk “emotional.”
“I hope that eventually Elon comes back into the fold.maybe that’s not possible now as he’s gone so nuclear,” Vance stated.
Vance described Musk as an “incredible entrepreneur” and praised his Department of Government Efficiency for its efforts to reduce government spending through layoffs and restructuring.
Vance defended the controversial bill, clarifying that its primary objective was to extend the 2017 tax cuts, despite projections from the Congressional Budget Office indicating significant increases in the deficit and a rise in the uninsured population. The Congressional Budget Office estimated in May 2025 that extending the tax cuts alone would add trillions to the national debt over the next decade.
“It’s a good bill,” Vance concluded. “It’s not a perfect bill.”
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Key Points of Contention
| Issue | Trump’s Position | Musk’s Position |
|---|---|---|
| Relationship Status | No desire to reconcile | Openly critical of Trump |
| “Big Beautiful Bill” | supports the bill | Opposes, citing deficit concerns |
