Trump Threatens Musk with ‘Very Serious Consequences’ Over Political Funding as Tensions Rise
The Trump-Musk feud is shaking up politics. But who will come out on top?
The relationship between two of the world’s most powerful figures has taken a dramatic turn.
President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, once close allies, are now locked in a heated public dispute.
Their falling-out has grabbed headlines, with Trump issuing a stern warning to Musk about his future actions.
What could cause such a rift between these two giants? The answer lies in a clash over politics, money, and power.
Trump-Musk Feud: A Falling-Out Over a Major Bill
The trouble began when Musk criticized Trump’s major tax and spending bill, known as the “Big Beautiful Bill.”
Musk called it a “disgusting abomination” because it could increase the national debt by trillions. This bill, a key part of Trump’s agenda, aims to extend tax cuts from his first term and fund new projects like border security.
However, Musk, who once led Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, argued it was filled with wasteful spending.
This disagreement sparked a war of words, with both men taking to their social media platforms—Trump on Truth Social and Musk on X—to trade insults and threats.
Trump even suggested Musk was upset because the bill cut tax credits for electric vehicles, which could hurt Tesla, Musk’s car company.
Threats of “Serious Consequences”
Will the Trump-Musk feud lead to “serious consequences”?
The feud reached a new level when Trump warned Musk of “ serious consequences” if he funds Democratic candidates in future elections, like the 2026 midterms.
“If he does, he’ll have to pay the consequences for that.”
Trump made this statement in an interview with NBC News, saying he has no interest in repairing their relationship.
He said to NBC News, “I’m too busy doing other things. You know, I won an election in a landslide. I gave him [Musk] a lot of breaks. Long before this happened, I gave him breaks in my first administration and saved his life. I have no intention of speaking to him.”
He even claimed their alliance is over, stating, “I would assume so, yeah.”
Musk, who spent nearly $300 million supporting Trump’s 2024 campaign, responded by accusing Trump of ingratitude and even suggested he might start a new political party called the “America Party.”
This bold move has raised concerns among Republicans, who worry Musk’s financial power could disrupt their plans.
What’s at Stake for Both Sides
The stakes are high for both Trump and Musk. Trump threatened to cut billions in government contracts for Musk’s companies, SpaceX and Tesla, which rely heavily on federal funding.
SpaceX, for example, is critical to NASA’s space program, as its Dragon spacecraft is the only U.S. vehicle that can send astronauts to the International Space Station.
Canceling these contracts could hurt Musk’s businesses and disrupt key government operations. On the other hand, Musk’s criticism of the bill could sway some Republicans, as he has influence as a major donor.
Some conservatives share his concerns about the bill’s impact on the national debt, which could complicate its passage in the Senate.
This feud is more than just a personal clash—it’s a battle over influence, policy, and the future of the Republican Party.
While some Republicans, like Vice President JD Vance, hope Musk and Trump can reconcile, others fear the damage could be long-lasting.
For now, the world watches as these two titans continue their public showdown, with no clear end in sight.
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