Trump has categorized Musk's behavior as disrespectful, and he warned of potential repercussions should Musk consider supporting rivals in the upcoming midterm elections.
With the ongoing tensions, the ramifications for both parties remain to be seen.
Former President Donald Trump disclosed that his relationship with billionaire Elon Musk is officially finished. In an interview with NBC News, Trump confirmed that he believes their ties have effectively ended, especially in light of Musk’s recent public critiques of Trump's major policies, including the controversial tax and spending bill referred to as the Big Beautiful Bill.
Trump stated that he was disappointed in Musk's behavior, highlighting that Musk's comments could be seen as disrespectful towards the presidency. Notably, Musk, who had been a generous donor to Trump’s campaign and held a brief advisory role, utilized his platform to express strong opposition to Trump’s legislation because it would purportedly add billions to the national deficit.
This exchange escalated when Trump responded to Musk’s veiled threat about potentially supporting Democratic candidates in upcoming elections, stating there would be "serious consequences." As the tensions rise, the landscape of political endorsements becomes increasingly complex.
With the ongoing tensions, the ramifications for both parties remain to be seen.
Former President Donald Trump disclosed that his relationship with billionaire Elon Musk is officially finished. In an interview with NBC News, Trump confirmed that he believes their ties have effectively ended, especially in light of Musk’s recent public critiques of Trump's major policies, including the controversial tax and spending bill referred to as the Big Beautiful Bill.
Trump stated that he was disappointed in Musk's behavior, highlighting that Musk's comments could be seen as disrespectful towards the presidency. Notably, Musk, who had been a generous donor to Trump’s campaign and held a brief advisory role, utilized his platform to express strong opposition to Trump’s legislation because it would purportedly add billions to the national deficit.
This exchange escalated when Trump responded to Musk’s veiled threat about potentially supporting Democratic candidates in upcoming elections, stating there would be "serious consequences." As the tensions rise, the landscape of political endorsements becomes increasingly complex.
