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In a dramatic turn of events, the feud between US President Donald Trump and his once-ally Elon Musk has burst into the public eye, igniting a fiery exchange of insults. The clash began when Musk openly criticized one of Trump’s crucial domestic policies, sparking a heated war of words between the two influential billionaires on their social media platforms.
As the day unfolded, Trump expressed his disappointment at Musk’s opposition to the administration’s key tax and spending bill, hinting at a possible end to their once-professed “great relationship.” Musk, not one to back down, accused Trump of ingratitude, boldly stating that without his support, Trump might not have clinched the election.
The rift between the president and his former confidant deepened after Musk tirelessly campaigned against the “big, beautiful” spending bill, already approved by the US House and awaiting Senate review.
Musk did not hold back, publicly condemning the bill as a “disgusting abomination” that would only pile on the national debt, urging his followers to speak out against it.
Unveiling motives and countering claims
During a press briefing, Trump defended the bill, expressing puzzlement at Musk’s sudden opposition. Trump hinted that Musk’s objections might stem from the bill’s impact on electric vehicle subsidies, potentially affecting Tesla’s interests.
Musk swiftly denied this accusation, criticizing the bill for what he deemed as excessive government spending, or as it’s known in US politics, “pork.”
The once-promising partnership between Trump and Musk, which kickstarted with Musk endorsing Trump post an incident in Pennsylvania, now hangs by a thread.
Musk boldly claimed credit for the Republican victory in the previous election, hinting that Trump owed a debt of gratitude to him. The escalating tension prompted Musk to question the existing political landscape and propose the idea of a new party that resonates with the majority.
Allegations, black-lash and fallout
Musk didn’t hold back, making bold allegations against Trump, even calling for his resignation and hinting at connections to controversial figures without concrete evidence.
The White House swiftly dismissed Musk’s claims, labeling them baseless, while Trump retaliated by threatening to slash Musk’s government subsidies.
In response, Musk announced plans to decommission SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, sending shockwaves through the financial markets with Tesla’s stock taking a significant hit.
As the public spat between Trump and Musk continues to capture headlines, the debate over the spending bill’s impact on the national debt and healthcare coverage rages on.
Meanwhile, Musk’s cost-cutting endeavors at Doge face scrutiny for falling short of the ambitious savings goals initially set. The saga of these two titans unfolds, captivating audiences with its mix of drama and high-stakes power play.
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