Trump-Musk Feud Explodes: Government Contracts and Epstein Files at the Center

Trump and Musk's Feud Escalates: Government Contracts and Epstein Files in the Spotlight Washington D.C. - The relationship between former President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken a dramatic turn, less than a week after they publicly praised each other in the Oval Office. The conflict, which has played out primarily on Truth Social and X, involves accusations of cover-ups and threats to cut government contracts. On Truth Social, Trump posted: "Elon was wearing thin. I asked him to leave, I took away his EV Mandate that forced everyone to buy Electric Cars that nobody else wanted (that he knew for months I was going to do!), and he just went CRAZY!" This post, which garnered significant attention, was followed by a response from Musk on X: "Such an obvious lie. So sad." Musk then escalated the situation by suggesting that Trump's reluctance to release the Epstein files is the reason for the feud. The video highlights the rapid exchange of accusations, showcasing the power of social media in fueling and disseminating such conflicts. The implications of this feud extend beyond personal animosity, as Trump's threat to terminate Musk's government contracts could significantly impact SpaceX and Starlink. The situation underscores the complex interplay between politics, business, and social media in the modern era.