The Downfall of Trump and Musk: A Relationship Disintegrates in Ten Days

The once-strong partnership between Donald Trump and Elon Musk has quickly deteriorated over the past ten days, fueled by disagreements over Trump's economic policies and political actions. This article chronicles their rapid descent from camaraderie to conflict.

In an unexpected turn of events, the relationship between former President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk has become a public spectacle, unraveling dramatically over a mere ten days. Initially viewed as a powerful alliance between the world's most influential political leader and the wealthiest individual, their partnership has devolved into an acrimonious feud marked by harsh exchanges and social media spats.

It all started on May 28, when Musk expressed disappointment in Trump's proposed tax and spending legislation during an interview with CBS News. As Musk criticized aspects of the "big, beautiful bill," Trump acknowledged some of its shortcomings, but refrained from directly addressing Musk's remarks.

The following day, Musk announced his exit from the Trump administration after completing his term as a special government employee, where he spearheaded the Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE. In a press conference, Trump tried to downplay Musk's departure, suggesting that he'd still remain involved with the administration.

However, tensions escalated swiftly over the next few days. On June 2, Musk took to social media to label Trump's bill as "massive, outrageous, pork-filled" and a "disgusting abomination," marking a noticeable shift in their once-friendly rapport. This prompted Trump to defend his policies in a post on Truth Social, accusing Musk of voicing misleading claims.

On June 3, Musk intensified his criticism, urging his followers to contact their representatives to oppose Trump’s spending bill. The feud took a further turn on June 5, when Trump, alongside German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, publicly lamented the faltering relationship and suggested that Musk was primarily upset about subsidies for electric vehicles being cut.

Musk, however, responded instantaneously on X, asserting that he had never been consulted about the bill's details and bemoaning Trump’s perceived betrayal. As Musk's posts continued to quote Trump's past criticisms of government spending, the rift only deepened.

By June 6, Trump called Musk "the man who has lost his mind" in an ABC News interview and showed reluctance to engage with him moving forward. Reports surfaced indicating that Trump was even contemplating selling his Tesla vehicle, which he had initially bought to support Musk.

The ongoing feud has captivated public interest as both figures employ social media to air their grievances, turning their disagreement into a very visible dispute. As both continue to trade barbs, the broader implications of their rift extend beyond personal animosity, potentially impacting their respective political and business agendas moving forward.