(Scypre.com) – A once‑remarkable alliance between former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has unraveled in dramatic fashion. Their relationship—spanning politics, business, and media—hit a breaking point this week as Musk publicly scorned Trump’s flagship “One Big Beautiful Bill,” and Trump fired back with personal attacks, igniting a feud with potential political and legal ramifications.
Musk’s early tension with Trump stemmed from disagreements over climate policy but was balanced by collaboration—Musk served on Trump’s advisory councils and secured SpaceX contracts under the administration. Their connection was rooted in shared interest in deregulation and technological progress.
With Trump out of office, Musk found common cause with Republicans critical of Biden’s agenda, especially on EV subsidies and “woke” culture. While never aligning fully with MAGA, Musk’s influence over policy and regulatory discussions earned him acclaim in conservative circles.
During Trump’s resurgence, Musk took on a prominent public role—attending the inauguration in an “Occupy Mars” tee, co-leading the White House’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), and playing a high-profile financial role in Trump’s 2024 campaign. Trump publicly thanked him upon Musk’s exit from DOGE around May 30, 2025.
On June 1, Musk broke ranks by sharply criticizing Trump’s tax-and-spending package, calling it a “pork-filled… abomination.” Trump retaliated during an Oval Office meeting with Germany’s Friedrich Merz, accusing Musk of abandoning him and exhibiting what he called “Trump derangement syndrome”.
On June 5, Musk uncovered and mocked previous Trump tweets, then escalated with a bombshell claim—“Time to drop the really big bomb: @realDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files”—suggesting Trump’s name was hidden in Jeffrey Epstein’s documents.
Trump responded swiftly, lashing out on Truth Social, labeling Musk as having “lost his mind,” and threatening to revoke federal support and subsidies to Musk’s companies, including SpaceX and Tesla. He even considered selling his Tesla Model S, which he showcased at the White House in March. Days later, Musk deleted his “Epstein files” tweet, fueling speculation of a tactical retreat—or perhaps an olive branch. Still, Trump maintains he wants “zero interest” in reconciliation.
The feud risks derailing Trump’s signature legislation, which enjoys GOP backing, but Musk’s sudden opposition and claims have introduced splits within conservative circles. Allies like Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene have publicly chosen Trump over Musk. Vice President JD Vance called Musk’s attack “a huge mistake,” yet suggested reconciliation may be possible down the line.
The real-time drama has enthralled both partisan camps and the global public. On social media, audiences and outlets framed it as a “catfight,” with hashtags like #TeamTrump and #TeamMusk trending. MAGA loyalists celebrated the split, while Musk’s daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, quipped “I love being proven right,” signaling her alignment.
With Musk accusing Trump of deception and Trump threatening to revoke $22 billion in SpaceX contracts, the dispute moves from social media to policy and legal battlegrounds. Experts warn this could escalate to national‑security rhetoric; some suggest Trump could even move to ban X under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
At this moment, both sides are hardening positions. Trump will likely pursue a formal review of federal contracts—potentially reshaping federal support for Musk’s enterprises. Musk, meanwhile, may pursue a more independent political path, hinting at a third-party bid via “The America Party”. Whether this feud dissolves or deepens could be a bellwether for future Trump-Musk dynamics in politics, technology, and media.
A uniquely modern clash—entrepreneur vs. politician—this showdown reflects shifting alliances in American power. The beating pulse of the feud is more than spectacle: it’s reshaping contracts, policy, and perhaps the boundaries between private empire and public office.