Trump-Musk Feud Escalates Over Epstein File Claims

A feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk erupted after Musk claimed on social media, without evidence, that Trump appears in the Epstein files and called for his impeachment. House Democrats responded by demanding the Justice Department and FBI clarify Trump’s mention in the files and explain document release delays, cautioning against shielding the president. Musk’s allegations triggered declines in the S&P 500 and major cryptocurrencies, reflecting investor anxiety over the political spat. Musk’s own xAI chatbot Grok contradicted his claim, stating that while Trump’s name is in Epstein-related flight logs, there is no evidence of wrongdoing and the Trump administration already released relevant files in February 2025. The episode has fueled political controversy and conspiracy theories, but no official confirmation of incriminating information against Trump in the Epstein files has emerged. The ongoing dispute has drawn significant public and media attention.