Musk-Trump Epstein Feud Sparks Viral Social Media Backlash

The ongoing public feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has escalated with Musk accusing Trump of being connected to Jeffrey Epstein, claiming Trump appears in the 'Epstein files,' which Musk suggests is why they remain unreleased. This allegation sparked widespread attention and backlash, with Vice President JD Vance strongly denying any wrongdoing by Trump and Musk's father calling the accusation a 'silly mistake' likely born of stress. The dispute has played out vividly across social media platforms X and Truth Social, driving significant user engagement, although experts warn it may risk long-term brand stability. Musk's departure from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency, reportedly due to frustrations and internal doubts, preceded the exchange, and he has voiced opposition to Trump-backed legislation. Conservative commentators have dismissed Musk's claims as implausible, noting that any incriminating information about Trump would have surfaced earlier given the scrutiny he has faced. Despite the tension, Vance and Musk's father both expressed hope for the conflict to subside for the country's benefit.