Trump-Musk Feud Escalates Over Policy and Accusations

A highly public feud erupted between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with both exchanging insults and accusations on social media. The fallout began after Musk denounced Trump’s 'Big Beautiful Bill,' criticizing it for increasing the national debt and eliminating electric vehicle subsidies, which Trump argued was Musk’s motive for his opposition. Trump expressed disappointment and threatened to cut off government contracts with Musk’s companies. Musk denied supporting EV subsidies, claimed credit for Trump’s election win, and launched a poll on forming a new centrist political party. The feud escalated when Musk accused Trump of being named in the Epstein files, a claim that shocked observers. The dispute has drawn in public figures and highlighted the fragility of their alliance and the impact on business and politics.