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Trump and Musk alliance collapses in public feud over policy, ego, and influence

Billionaire lashes out as president accuses him of disloyalty — a dramatic rupture after months of political partnership.

   
June 5, 2025, 22:01
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Trump and Musk alliance collapses in public feud over policy, ego, and influence

WASHINGTON (Realist English). The alliance between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk imploded in spectacular fashion on Thursday, unraveling in real time through televised remarks and online retorts. What began as a policy disagreement swiftly descended into personal attacks, ego clashes, and threats of political defection.

Speaking from the Oval Office during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Trump lashed out at his former ally, expressing “very deep disappointment” over Musk’s criticism of his domestic policy bill.

“He knew every aspect of this bill,” Trump said. “He never had a problem until he left. I’ve helped Elon a lot.”

The president’s comments came after Musk publicly condemned the legislation earlier this week, calling it a “disgusting abomination” and accusing House Republicans of betraying core values by supporting it.

Musk responded instantly on X, the platform he owns, claiming he was instrumental in securing Trump’s re-election.

“Without me, Trump would have lost the election,” Musk posted. “Such ingratitude.”

By the afternoon, Musk was reportedly considering leaving the Republican Party to form an independent political entity — a dramatic reversal from just a week ago, when Trump praised him in the Oval Office as “one of the greatest business leaders and innovators the world has ever produced.”

The split marks a stunning end to a powerful political partnership. Musk had funneled over $250 million into Trump’s 2024 campaign and was granted broad authority post-election to overhaul parts of the federal workforce. The two shared a common agenda of deregulation, tech-driven governance, and combative posturing against perceived elites.

But underlying tensions surfaced this week, as Musk shifted his ire from congressional Republicans to the president himself — ridiculing Trump’s leadership and even mocking him over a minor facial bruise seen on recent public appearances.

Trump, in turn, accused Musk of having “Trump Derangement Syndrome” and dismissed the billionaire’s role in his political success.

What’s at stake:

– Legislative fallout: Musk’s sharp criticism adds pressure on congressional Republicans already divided over Trump’s sweeping domestic agenda.
– Political realignment: Musk’s talk of forming a new party could siphon off libertarian-leaning voters and wealthy donors.
– Online escalation: With ties to Trump severed, Musk has reignited a pattern of antagonism on X, calling out lawmakers and regulators opposing his business interests.

The collapse underscores a broader truth in Trump’s orbit: alliances are often temporary, and loyalty is transactional. As one former aide put it, “No one survives forever in the spotlight next to Trump — not even Elon.”

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