Once allies, Elon Musk and President Donald Trump are now locked in a growing political rift. Their relationship, once marked by cooperation—especially during Trump’s 2024 re-election and Musk’s advisory role—has soured following a series of sharp social media exchanges. Musk, who had backed Trump, recently criticized him and hinted at supporting rival political movements or even creating his own.

Tensions erupted in June 2025, with Musk suggesting he might campaign against certain Republicans. Trump fired back, threatening to reevaluate government contracts and subsidies for Musk’s companies, including Tesla and SpaceX. In an interview, Trump vaguely commented on Musk’s legal status in the U.S., further fueling speculation.

Despite the friction, Musk briefly softened his stance on July 2 by praising Trump’s global conflict resolution efforts. Still, he warned he wouldn’t escalate “for now.”

Experts say stripping Musk’s citizenship is unlikely. Yet, the feud underscores how politics and business are increasingly intertwined. No formal legal steps have been taken, but both men’s futures in politics and tech could hinge on what happens next.

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