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The high-profile bromance between US President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk has exploded in a fiery and very public feud. Once seen as allies with shared goals on innovation and economic revival, the two have now exchanged vicious verbal blows via social media, with allegations ranging from betrayal to alleged involvement in the notorious Epstein files. The feud started over a dispute about Trump's ambitious "One Big Beautiful Bill," a $4 trillion tax and spending bill. Musk, who once headed Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), called the bill a "disgusting abomination." Trump, in return, said that Musk has turned against him because of the elimination of electric vehicle (EV) tax credits.

Here are the Top 5 Developments in the Trump-Musk rift that have swept America's political and tech communities:

1. Trump Announces He's 'Very Disappointed in Elon'

US President Donald Trump publicly reacted in dismay at Musk's sharp criticism of the White House's signature economic bill. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said, “I’d rather have Elon criticise me than the bill, because the bill is incredible.” He added that Musk had been fully aware of the contents of the legislation during his stint as a government advisor. “He knew every aspect of this bill… I’ve always supported Elon—SpaceX, Tesla—but this is unfair,” Trump stated. Trump also hinted that Musk was upset over the withdrawal of his preferred NASA nominee and the cancellation of the EV mandate, which provided billions in subsidies to Tesla.

2. Elon Musk Claims: 'Without Me, Trump Would Have Lost the Election'

In a blistering response, Musk asserted that he had played a decisive role in Trump winning the 2024 election. Posting on X, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX said, "Without me, Trump would have lost the election, Dems would control the House, and Republicans would be 51-49 in the Senate." The post highlighted Musk’s growing frustration with Trump’s leadership and spending priorities, as the Tesla and SpaceX chief doubled down on his disapproval of what he called reckless fiscal policy. The remark has caused huge political backlash, with opponents labeling Musk's claim boastful and an admission of deep cracks in the Republican donor establishment.

3. Musk Drops Bombshell: 'Trump is in the Epstein Files'

In the most explosive twist so far, Elon Musk claimed that Donald Trump appears in the sealed Jeffrey Epstein files. "Time to drop the really big bomb: @realDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files," Musk wrote on X. "That is the real reason they have not been made public." The post instantly went viral, with Musk adding, "Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out." Although the White House hasn't yet commented on this serious accusation.

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4. Government Contracts, NASA & Dragon Spacecraft Decommissioning

Trump struck back at Musk's federal reliance, stating, "The easiest way to save billions is to end Elon's government subsidies and contracts." Musk responded, saying SpaceX would start decommissioning the Dragon spacecraft, "In response to the President's statement… SpaceX will start decommissioning its Dragon spacecraft immediately."The conflict has seen public-private partnerships and national space programs become a cause for concern.

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5. From 'Kill the Bill' to 'Trump Should Be Impeached'

Musk ramped up his attack by urging Americans to pressure Congress and "KILL the BILL." He also cautioned that Trump's new tariffs would "cause a recession in the second half of this year." In a sharp escalation, when asked online if Trump should be impeached, Musk responded simply, "Yes." He also supported Senator JD Vance as an alternative, signaling a political realignment and breakaway within Trump's former base.

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The Trump-Musk war, unthinkable in the past considering the two once inseparable friends, threatens to upend both Washington and Wall Street today. While Musk's incendiary accusations might provoke investigations and political repercussions, Trump's attention seems set on saving his bill and reputation. As these two keep on going tit-for-tat in the public domain, one thing is certain, this is not a personal backdown. It is a political earthquake brewing.