Elon Musk Reflects on Heated Social Media Exchange with Former Ally
Elon Musk has publicly acknowledged regret over some of the social media posts he made about former U.S. President Donald Trump last week amid a sharply contentious public dispute. The tech magnate took to the social platform X to admit his remarks "went too far," signaling a rare moment of restraint after a fierce online back-and-forth.
A Brewing Feud that Shook Markets
This bitter clash between Musk and Trump dissolved a once-close partnership that had positioned Musk as a key figure in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) during Trump’s second term. The fallout rattled investor confidence, sending Tesla's market value into a slump. Although the company initially lost market cap, shares have started to rebound in recent days.
What Sparked the Conflict?
The dispute originated from Musk’s outspoken criticism of the Trump-supported "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a tax and spending legislation package. In a televised interview, Musk described the bill as damaging to the goals of DOGE, asserting it would significantly escalate the federal budget deficit — a claim the Trump administration has strongly denied.
Escalation on Social Platforms
Following the initial remarks, Musk amplified his criticisms on social media, including controversial posts that linked Trump to files related to the late Jeffrey Epstein, allegations the White House quickly rejected. Some of these posts were later deleted amid intense backlash. Additionally, Musk appeared to endorse a call for Trump's impeachment and replacement with Vice President JD Vance by responding "yes" to a related user comment, a post that has since vanished.
The Cross-Platform Political Showdown
This public feud unfolded simultaneously across X, Musk’s social platform, and Truth Social, owned by Trump, intensifying the political drama. At one point, Trump floated the idea of canceling government contracts and subsidies awarded to Musk’s ventures, further fueling tensions.
Starlink’s Survival in the White House
Despite the hostilities, Trump later confirmed plans to continue using Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Musk’s SpaceX, within the White House, suggesting some level of practical continuity amid the disputes.
As this story continues to develop, updates will be provided.
