Errol Musk Attributes Elon-Trump Fallout to Stress and PTSD
Errol Musk, father of tech mogul Elon Musk, recently weighed in on the ongoing public confrontation between his son and former U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking from Moscow ahead of a forum tied to influential Russian officials, Errol suggested that months of intense pressure have contributed to the heated exchanges between these two powerful figures.
Stress and Tension Behind the Scenes
According to Errol Musk, both Elon Musk and Donald Trump have been under considerable stress for the past five months, which he believes has fueled their conflict. He explained that the pair’s recent clash centered around the controversial "Big, Beautiful Bill" passed by Congress under Trump’s administration—a spending package Elon criticized sharply.
"They’ve both been coping with something akin to post-traumatic stress disorder over recent months," Errol remarked. "As a result, tempers flared, and the argument escalated." He further noted that Elon, in taking issue with the legislation, overlooked the political realities Trump faces to secure backing in the Senate and House.
Errol Musk Predicts Trump Will Come Out on Top
From Errol’s perspective, only two major contenders remain in the political arena: Trump and Elon. Having spent years battling political opponents, both figures are exhausted and strained by ongoing battles.
"Trump is the incumbent president who was elected to lead. Elon made a misstep by engaging this way," Errol said, adding, "but both men are tired and under immense pressure."
Background to the Musk-Trump Feud
The clash began when Elon Musk publicly slammed the spending bill, calling it "a massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill" that would worsen the federal deficit and potentially tip the U.S. into a debt crisis. Elon’s dramatic condemnation on social media intensified tensions between the two.
Things escalated further after Trump told reporters he anticipated Elon’s criticisms and when Elon referenced Trump’s name in a now-deleted social media post regarding sensitive FBI files—adding fuel to the public feud.
Looking Ahead: What This Means for Both Leaders
Errol Musk’s insights offer a glimpse into the human side of this high-profile conflict: two influential figures pushed to their limits by pressure and political upheaval. While the public spat grabs headlines, Errol underscores the exhaustion and strain behind their clashing positions.
Ultimately, he believes Trump’s status as elected president gives him the edge despite the noisy fallout. Meanwhile, Errol’s candid remarks remind us that even the most powerful individuals can be vulnerable to the toll of sustained stress.
