Musk Faces 'Serious Consequences' If He Backs Democrats, Trump Warns

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🧨 Trump–Musk Relationship Breaks Down

Former President Donald Trump declared his relationship with billionaire Elon Musk “over” in a phone interview with NBC News.

Musk faces “serious consequences” if Musk funds Democratic opponents of Republicans who support Trump’s major tax and spending bill.
He refused to clarify what the consequences would be but said he had no intention of reconciling with Musk.
Trump also stated he hasn’t considered terminating U.S. government contracts with Musk’s companies like SpaceX and Starlink.

💥 Political Fallout from Spending Bill

Musk harshly criticized Trump’s proposed tax and spending package, calling it a “disgusting abomination“, which complicated efforts to pass it in Congress.

The bill, which narrowly passed the House, is now in the Senate.
Nonpartisan analysts estimate it could add $2.4 trillion to the national debt over a decade.
Trump remains confident it will pass by July 4, claiming increasing Republican support.

🪙 Musk’s Political Moves and De-escalation

Musk previously backed Trump financially, donating nearly $300 million to Republican campaigns in the 2024 cycle.
He had been appointed to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, though only achieved minimal federal spending cuts.
Despite recent conflict, Musk has deleted social media posts critical of Trump, including one that supported impeachment.

🤝 Loyalty Dynamics Among Republicans

Vice President JD Vance and others close to Trump urged Musk to reconsider his public criticism.
Vance called Musk’s remarks a “huge mistake” and expressed hope for future reconciliation, though acknowledged Musk may have gone “nuclear.”

🎭 Public Appearances and Absences

Trump attended a UFC fight event in New Jersey on Saturday, his third since reelection.
Unlike previous appearances, Musk did not attend, marking a shift in their once-visible public alliance.

📝 Summary

The breakdown in relations between Trump and Musk marks a significant rift between two influential figures in American politics and business. It may have implications for the future of GOP funding, federal contracts, and political alliances in Washington.