In a dramatic turn of events, the once-friendly relationship between tech billionaire Elon Musk and President Donald Trump has spiraled into a public feud, marked by explosive social media exchanges and serious allegations. As of Saturday, June 7, 2025, Musk appears to have deleted several provocative posts on his platform X, including one accusing Trump of being linked to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The deletion of these posts has sparked questions about Musk’s intentions and the state of his rivalry with Trump.
A Falling Out Between Allies
Just over a week ago, Musk and Trump were exchanging compliments after Musk concluded his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency. However, their relationship soured rapidly when Musk publicly criticized Trump’s proposed “big, beautiful bill,” a significant tax and spending legislation. Musk called the bill a “disgusting abomination” on X, escalating tensions between the two.
The feud took a more personal turn when Musk posted on Thursday, alleging that Trump’s name appeared in “files” related to Jeffrey Epstein, a disgraced financier who died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Musk claimed these files were the “real reason” Epstein’s records were never made public, as Trump had promised during his campaign. The post, which lacked evidence, was removed by Saturday morning, with X displaying a message: “Hmm…this page doesn’t exist. Try searching for something else.”
Another deleted post saw Musk responding “yes” to a user’s call for Trump’s impeachment and replacement with Vice President JD Vance. The reason for the deletions remains unclear, and neither Musk nor the White House immediately commented on the matter.
The Fallout and Reactions
The public spat has drawn attention from political figures and the media. Vice President JD Vance, in an interview with comedian Theo Von on Friday, described Musk’s attacks as a “huge mistake.” Vance downplayed the billionaire’s actions, calling him an “emotional guy” who was frustrated but suggested that such outbursts are not uncommon. “I hope that eventually Elon comes back into the fold,” Vance said, acknowledging the intensity of the feud.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed Musk’s Epstein allegations, framing them as a reaction to Trump’s bill not aligning with Musk’s preferred policies. “This is an unfortunate episode from Elon, who is unhappy with the One Big Beautiful Bill because it does not include the policies he wanted,” Leavitt told CNN.
The feud has had tangible consequences. Tesla’s stock plummeted 14.3% on Thursday, wiping out approximately $150 billion in value, as investors reacted to the uncertainty surrounding Musk’s public battle with the president. Trump, in an interview with ABC News, reportedly referred to Musk as “the man who has lost his mind” when asked about a rumored phone call between the two.
A History of Tensions
The Musk-Trump rivalry has been fueled by a series of tit-for-tat exchanges. Trump expressed disappointment in Musk, who spent nearly $300 million supporting the Republican’s 2024 campaign, claiming Musk’s financial backing was crucial to his victory. Musk countered by asserting that Trump would have lost without his support. The feud intensified when Trump threatened to cancel federal contracts with Musk’s companies, including SpaceX, prompting Musk to briefly threaten to decommission the Falcon rocket used by NASA before retracting the statement.
Musk also used X to float the idea of a new political party, tentatively named “The America Party,” with a poll showing 80% support from respondents. This move suggests Musk may be exploring new avenues to influence the political landscape amid his fallout with Trump.
What’s Next?
The deletion of Musk’s posts has left many wondering about his next steps. Allies of both Musk and Trump are reportedly urging them to mend their relationship to limit political and commercial damage, according to The Financial Times. However, with Musk’s allegations and Trump’s sharp responses, reconciliation seems uncertain.
This public feud highlights the volatile intersection of politics, business, and social media. As Musk and Trump continue to navigate their fractured alliance, the consequences of their actions ripple through financial markets, political discourse, and public perception. For now, the removal of Musk’s posts has only deepened the mystery surrounding this high-profile clash.