In a surprising twist, billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk admitted that he regretted some of the posts he made about President Donald Trump during a heated social media dispute. The conflict intensified when Musk criticized Trump’s tax bill, calling it a "disgusting abomination." Following Trump’s declaration that their relationship was over, Musk took to his platform X to express regret over going "too far."
The tax bill, which boasts substantial breaks for the wealthy and increased military spending, has sparked widespread debate. Musk has urged Americans to contact their representatives and oppose the legislation, warning it could lead to a recession later in the year. He also made unverified claims linking Trump to strikes pertaining to the late Jeffrey Epstein, which the White House dismissed outright.
In response, Trump remarked that Musk had “lost his mind” and threatened to cancel lucrative government contracts with Musk's SpaceX, valued at around $38bn. Trump emphasized that Musk’s treatment of the presidency was disrespectful. Over the weekend, Musk deleted multiple posts, including a call for Trump’s impeachment, indicating a notable shift in his stance.
Despite having been a significant supporter of Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, Musk’s recent actions have prompted calls from Republican figures for reconciliation, while Democrats observe the drama unfold. This feud comes on the heels of Musk’s resignation from the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) after just 129 days.
