Trump Calls Musk 80% Genius, Predicts GOP Return

President Donald Trump recently commented on his fractured relationship with Elon Musk, describing the Tesla CEO as "80% super-genius" and "20% problems," expressing hope that Musk will reconcile with the Republican Party. Trump suggested Musk's political options are limited to the GOP or what he called the "radical left lunatics," dismissing Musk's plans to create a third party and emphasizing Musk as a man of common sense. The split between the two escalated after Musk opposed Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," a tax legislation that ended electric vehicle tax credits, and following Musk's controversial social media posts. Despite their public fallout, Trump maintains respect and affection for Musk, calling him a "good man" and expressing optimism about their potential reunion. The tension also involved Trump threatening to cut off Musk's government contracts and subsidies, which posed challenges for Tesla. Public reactions to Trump's remarks have varied, reflecting both support and skepticism about Musk's political future and character.