In a startling escalation of tensions, Donald Trump has declared an end to his political alliance with Elon Musk, accusing the billionaire entrepreneur of undermining conservative values and warning of “serious consequences” should he back Democratic candidates in the upcoming elections.
Trump made the announcement during a campaign rally in Arizona, where he lambasted Musk without mentioning his name directly. “There are people—very rich people—who made billions during my time in office. And now they want to turn around and support the people who hate this country. We’re not going to forget that,” Trump told the crowd.
Insiders confirmed to multiple media outlets that the former president was referring to Musk, who has increasingly distanced himself from Trump-aligned Republican policies. Musk recently criticized Trump’s massive 2025 economic bill, calling it “fiscally reckless” and “a threat to technological progress.”
The bill, which includes sweeping infrastructure projects and subsidies for coal and oil, has become a dividing line within the conservative movement. While Trump loyalists champion it as a bold plan to rebuild America, critics like Musk argue it’s a political stunt with no long-term viability.
Sources close to Musk say he’s exploring options to support candidates—regardless of party—who advocate for economic innovation and environmental responsibility. This bipartisan posture, however, has drawn sharp rebukes from Trump and his allies, who view any engagement with Democrats as a betrayal.
Trump’s inner circle has already begun circulating memos suggesting potential federal reviews of Musk-linked enterprises, including Starlink contracts with the Department of Defense. A White House official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the administration is “evaluating all options,” though stopped short of confirming punitive action.
The feud has triggered a flurry of speculation in both political and tech circles. Analysts say Musk’s financial clout and social media presence give him the power to disrupt traditional party dynamics. “He’s not a typical donor,” said political analyst Julian Carr. “He has his own platform, his own ideology, and a following that spans political lines.”
Despite the split, some in the GOP remain hopeful for reconciliation. “We need leaders like Elon,” said Sen. Josh Hawley. “We don’t have to agree on every issue, but the last thing we need is a public civil war between two titans of the right.”
Musk has remained mostly silent on the escalating feud but posted a cryptic tweet quoting Abraham Lincoln: “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” The tweet has been interpreted by many as a signal that he may be moving away from partisan politics altogether.
Whatever comes next, the very public unraveling of the Trump-Musk alliance underscores how quickly power and loyalty can shift in American politics—especially when ambition, ego, and ideology collide.
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