Trump says he has no plans to speak to Musk as feud persists
Here’s the latest on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk:
🔥 Trump vs. Musk: No Reconciliation in Sight
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Trump publicly stated he has no intention of speaking with Musk, emphasizing he isn't “thinking about” it during remarks aboard Air Force One (reuters.com).
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He also warned Musk of reviewing or potentially canceling federal contracts tied to SpaceX, Starlink, and Tesla — a move that could have serious financial consequences (reuters.com).
💥 Tensions Over Trump’s Tax Bill
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The feud reignited after Musk publicly criticized Trump’s sweeping tax-and-spending legislation (dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill”), calling it a “disgusting abomination” on X (reuters.com).
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In response, Trump branded Musk “disrespectful to the office of the President” and explicitly said he’d consider serious consequences if Musk backed Democratic candidates (thedailybeast.com).
🧩 A Breakdown in Alliances
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Musk, once a major GOP donor and informal Trump advisor (heading up the Department of Government Efficiency), responded by threatening new political initiatives and floating the idea of creating a centrist "America Party" (time.com).
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He even posted now-deleted claims linking Trump to the Epstein files before deleting the tweets (time.com), indicating some cooling in tone but no actual appeasement.
🏛️ Political Fallout
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Trump’s hardline stance, including threats to strip Musk’s government contracts, has caused concern within Republican ranks. Leaders like VP J.D. Vance have urged Musk to “come back into the fold,” while House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for reconciliation behind the scenes (businessinsider.com, reuters.com).
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Both Tesla and Dogecoin stocks took substantial hits amid the public dispute (businessinsider.com).
🤔 What This Means
This public fallout signals a major fracture between a former president and a billionaire tech mogul who once collaborated closely. It holds implications for:
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The future of federal contracts and policy
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Republican political unity heading into the 2026 midterms
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Musk’s evolving role and influence in American politics
🧭 Bottom Line
For now, a detente seems unlikely. Trump has frozen ties, and despite Musk’s deleted social posts, neither party has extended an olive branch. The dispute has both political and economic repercussions — and it could shape next year’s political landscape.