Trump and Musk Trade Blows Over Sweeping Tax and Spending Bill

Tesla CEO Elon Musk launched a blistering attack on Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, according to Reuters. The backlash prompted Trump to publicly rebuke Musk during an Oval Office appearance, threatening to cancel the billionaire’s federal subsidies and contracts. The feud marks a dramatic collapse of a relationship that once gave Musk deep influence in Washington and nearly $300 million in political access. The White House called the fallout with Musk an unfortunate episode driven by his dissatisfaction with the bill's lack of his preferred policies. Musk did not respond to Reuters' emails seeking comment about the deterioration of his relationship with Trump. His super PAC, America PAC, and spokeswoman, Katie Miller, did not reply to calls or texts. Aides have scheduled a call between the two men for Friday.