A high-stakes public feud has erupted between two of the most controversial figures in modern American politics—Elon Musk and Donald Trump—unleashing a storm of dramatic claims and fiery rhetoric.
In early June 2025, Musk ignited the conflict with a flurry of sharp posts on X (formerly Twitter), taking aim at Trump over a range of issues—from clashing policy views to personal jabs and even unverified allegations. The outspoken tech mogul’s social media offensive appeared to be sparked by Trump’s harsh criticism of Musk’s opposition to a newly introduced spending bill.
What followed was the dramatic unraveling of a once-powerful alliance, with the fallout playing out in real time for the world to witness. As tensions soared, Musk didn’t hold back. Here are the five most striking claims the Tesla CEO has made in recent days.
1. Musk Slams Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” as a Fiscal Disaster
On June 3, Elon Musk didn’t mince words, denouncing the newly proposed legislation as a “disgusting abomination” riddled with wasteful spending. His criticism intensified the following day when he dubbed it the “Debt Slavery Bill,” aligning himself with Senator Rand Paul’s outrage over the bill’s staggering $5 trillion debt ceiling increase. The jab was a direct shot at Trump, who had praised the legislation as a hallmark achievement.
Musk doubled down on June 5 with a heavy dose of sarcasm: “In the entire history of civilization, there has never been legislation that both [sic] big and beautiful. Everyone knows this!” The jab mocked Trump’s signature phrasing while slamming the bill’s content.
He criticized the legislation for slashing incentives for electric vehicles and solar energy—industries Musk is deeply invested in—while maintaining subsidies for oil and gas. “Slim and beautiful is the way,” he quipped, turning Trump’s own words against him.
2. “Trump Would Have Lost Without Me,” Musk Asserts
Later that same day, Musk shifted from policy to politics—taking credit for Trump’s electoral victories. In a bold post, he declared: “Without me, Trump would have lost the election, Dems would control the House, and the Republicans would be 51–49 in the Senate.”
The comment came as a direct response to a video clip posted by Autism Capital, showing Trump expressing disappointment over Musk’s rejection of the so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill.” Musk’s message was clear: he sees himself not just as a tech innovator, but as a political kingmaker.
The clip that triggered Musk’s response featured Trump venting his frustration: “I would have won Pennsylvania, won it by a lot… I’m very disappointed with Elon because Elon knew the inner workings of this bill. […] I’ve helped Elon a lot.”
Trump didn’t stop there. He accused Musk of falling into a kind of “Trump Derangement Syndrome” after he left the White House, saying, “Some embrace it, and some become hostile.” He further implied that Musk’s opposition to the legislation only emerged once he realized it included funding cuts to the electric vehicle mandate—a move that could hurt Musk’s business empire.
3. “Trump Is in the Epstein Files,” Musk Alleges
Just hours after trading barbs over legislation and elections, Musk raised the stakes dramatically with a bombshell accusation:
“@realDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!”
The post sent shockwaves through social media, suggesting that Trump had ties to the infamous Jeffrey Epstein. Musk followed it up with a cryptic “🤨” emoji in response to a resurfaced 1992 video showing Trump partying with Epstein—letting the implication speak louder than words.
The allegation instantly sparked a firestorm online. Social media erupted with disbelief, speculation, and skepticism from users across the political spectrum.
One commenter questioned the timing and motive: “Idk, I don’t work for the administration—but if he is [in the files], why didn’t Biden and Harris release his name to destroy his campaign? They could’ve redacted everything that hurt Democrats and exposed only their enemies, but didn’t.”
Another user echoed the doubt: “Also… if this were true, wouldn’t the Democrats have released it by now? Granted, a bunch of them are on it too.”
While Musk’s post stirred major buzz, it also raised serious questions about credibility, timing, and political strategy—none of which he addressed further.
Skepticism only grew as more users chimed in. “You would think if Trump was all over those files, the Democrats would have taken full advantage—especially with how close they perceived the last election,” one commenter noted. “But also, I don’t take Musk as a liar. This is weird.”
Another user put it bluntly: “If that was true, the Democrats would have made the list public years ago.”
Others began to question Musk’s motives more directly, wondering whether his claim was a genuine whistleblower moment—or a calculated strike in an increasingly personal feud with the former president.
The backlash intensified as critics on X didn’t hold back. One user warned Musk:
“Looks like a defamation suit against you, to be honest. If he was in the Epstein files, Biden’s AG would have gleefully released it before the election. Is this really the best you can do just because you’re mad?”
Another added skepticism with a dose of realism:
“So you think the Democrats withheld the Epstein files knowing Trump was in there? No way! They would have dropped that bombshell in a New York minute—front-page headlines worldwide. That would’ve been their entire campaign platform.”
These pointed responses highlighted growing doubts about Musk’s explosive claim and whether it was driven more by personal vendetta than hard evidence.
Comments on Facebook echoed the same mix of skepticism and mockery. One user pointed out bluntly, “If that was the case… the Democrats would have used it to keep him from running again.” Another described Musk’s claim as, “So bizarre. Sounds like a tantrum.”
Some didn’t hold back on ridiculing Musk himself. “Elon’s being a HUGE crybaby,” one commenter wrote. “He couldn’t handle the heat and wanted all kinds of cuts and special deals. Trump said no, and Elon decided to stomp his feet and cry. 😂”
The social media uproar made it clear: Musk’s explosive accusation wasn’t winning over many skeptics—or friends.
4. Musk Endorses Calls to Impeach Trump
Following his explosive Epstein allegation, Musk weighed in on a bold suggestion from commentator Ian Miles Cheong, who tweeted, “President vs Elon. Who wins? My money’s on Elon. Trump should be impeached and JD Vance should replace him.”
Musk’s reply was short but unmistakable: “Yes.”
That single word carried enormous weight, signaling Musk’s clear support for removing Trump from office—a move that could send shockwaves through the Republican Party and reshape its future.
5. Musk Threatens to Shut Down SpaceX’s Dragon Spacecraft Program
Responding sharply to Trump’s suggestion that canceling Musk’s government contracts could save money, the SpaceX CEO announced a major move:
“In light of the President’s statement about cancellation of my government contracts, @SpaceX will begin decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft immediately.”
This bold declaration hinted at a dramatic pullback from one of NASA’s flagship public-private partnerships—signaling that the feud could have serious consequences not just politically, but also for America’s space ambitions.
The President Strikes Back
On June 5, Donald Trump fired back on Truth Social, pushing back against Musk’s barrage of accusations while defending his own actions as fiscally responsible and strategically sound.
Around 2 p.m., Trump declared that Musk was “wearing thin” and told him to step aside. He then moved to cancel the electric car mandate that Musk had reportedly been warned about months in advance. According to Trump, despite the heads-up, Musk “went CRAZY!” — fueling the public showdown even further.
In a follow-up post, Trump doubled down on his stance, declaring, “The easiest way to save money in our Budget, Billions and Billions of Dollars, is to terminate Elon’s Governmental Subsidies and Contracts. I was always surprised that Biden didn’t do it!” This statement directly triggered Musk’s threat to decommission the Dragon spacecraft program.
Later that afternoon, Trump returned to championing the so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill,” calling it “one of the Greatest Bills ever presented to Congress.” He touted its “Record Cut in Expenses, $1.6 Trillion Dollars, and the Biggest Tax Cut ever given,” painting the legislation as a major victory despite the backlash.
Furthermore, Trump warned of severe repercussions if the bill didn’t pass, citing a looming “68% Tax Increase” as a major risk. He underscored his dedication to steering the country onto a “Path of Greatness.”
That same day, during a Q&A session in the Oval Office, Trump opened up about the fallout with Elon Musk. While acknowledging Musk’s earlier support, he reflected nostalgically on their past relationship—highlighting how dramatically things have changed.
However, Trump made it clear that the rift originated over two key issues: the removal of electric vehicle subsidies and Musk’s push for a NASA nominee who was ultimately rejected. “He wanted that person… and we said no,” Trump explained, labeling the candidate as “totally Democrat” and thus unsuitable in his view.
Reflecting on Musk’s emotional connection to his time in the White House, Trump said, “You saw a man who was very happy when he stood behind the Oval Desk.” While he acknowledged that they once had a good working relationship, Trump suggested that their dynamic has since shifted—perhaps permanently.
“Look, Elon and I had a great relationship. I don’t know if we will anymore,” Trump admitted, closing with a firm defense of the controversial legislation: “I am right about the ‘Great, Big, Beautiful Bill.’ We call it that because that’s exactly what it is.”
