Trump-Elon Breakup: Accusations Fly

The friendship that President Donald Trump and CEO and former DOGE Head Elon Musk seems to be in complete tatters today as both sides have taken mudslinging on social media. Tesla shares have dropped over 15% so far as the country prepares for a bitter rivalry battle between a large sector of the economy and the executive office.

Context: From Allies to Adversaries

Once perceived as mutual admirers, Donald Trump and Elon Musk maintained a curious alliance rooted in their outsider status and shared disdain for traditional institutions. Musk served briefly on Trump's advisory councils during his presidency, and Trump often praised the billionaire’s innovation and achievements. However, over time, their relationship deteriorated—accelerated by political disagreements, diverging public personas, and deep ideological rifts, especially after Trump’s exit from the White House and Musk’s increasingly visible role in political discourse via X (formerly Twitter).

Economic Downturn and Blame Games

As U.S. markets began to falter in early 2025, both Trump and Musk began pointing fingers. Trump, campaigning for a return to office, blamed tech giants and “globalist billionaires” for undermining the American economy. Musk, in turn, criticized Trump-era fiscal policies for creating unstable financial foundations. The back-and-forth escalated as Musk publicly questioned Trump’s economic competence, while Trump retaliated by labeling Musk a “con man” with failing ventures, particularly after Tesla’s stock took a hit amid EV industry slowdowns. This economic blame game played out on social media and in interviews, becoming a key flashpoint in their public feud.

The "Big Beautiful Bill" and Its Consequences

Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” once hailed by his base as a bold plan to restore American greatness through infrastructure, tariffs, and tech regulation, collapsed in early 2025 after key figures—most notably Elon Musk—publicly opposed it. The fallout was swift: Trump blamed “disloyal billionaires” for sabotaging the bill to protect their own interests, while critics slammed it as economically reckless and politically divisive. Its failure not only deepened Trump’s feud with Musk but also exposed widening cracks within the conservative movement, turning what was meant to be a flagship legislative comeback into a symbol of internal chaos.

Tesla Stock Drops

Tesla's stock plunged over 15% today, erasing approximately $100 billion in market value, amid escalating tensions between CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. The feud intensified after Musk publicly criticized Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," a significant legislative initiative, prompting Trump to retaliate by labeling Musk "crazy." This public spat has rattled investors, contributing to the sharp decline in Tesla’s stock.

Epstein Island Bombshell

The ongoing feud has led to accusations between the two parties. With Trump stating that Elon's policies have been wasteful, and spending can be directed else where; While Elon has came out with shocking reports as to the reasoning for the holdup on the Epstein files seen below:

On June 5, 2025, Elon Musk posted on X:

“Time to drop the really big bomb: @realDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!”

He followed up with:

“Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out.”

While these statements have not been seen in fact yet, the days to come will paint a picture of what is really going on with the files.

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