Trump, Musk Feud Escalates: "DOGE Might Have to Eat Elon"
A heated dispute between US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has intensified, with Trump suggesting that Musk's company could be punished for receiving electric vehicle subsidies. The feud began after Musk stated that he would launch a new political party if Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passes, which would eliminate subsidies for electric vehicles. Trump responded by saying that Musk could lose more than just the subsidies and implied that he might have to return to South Africa. "DOGE is the monster that might have to go back and eat Elon," Trump said, referring to the Department of Government Efficiency, which Musk was put in charge of to cut government spending.
Key Takeaways:
- Trump threatened to cut Musk's government contracts over the tax-cut bill, escalating their social media feud.
- Musk stated that he would launch a new political party, the America Party, if Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passes.
- Trump implied that Musk's company could be punished for receiving electric vehicle subsidies.
- Trump referred to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) as the "monster that might have to go back and eat Elon."
- Trump said Musk could lose more than just the subsidies and might have to head back home to South Africa.
- Musk put in charge of DOGE to cut government spending, Trump's remarks came a day after he said Musk may need to 'close up shop'.
Statistics:
- The "Big Beautiful Bill" would eliminate subsidies for electric vehicles.
- Musk's company, Tesla, has received significant government funding for electric vehicle development.
- The America Party would be a new political party formed if Trump's bill passes.
- Trump's tax-cut bill would have significant implications for government spending and subsidies.
- Musk has been vocal about his opposition to Trump's policies, leading to a public feud.
Sources:
- Newsweek
- Associated Press
- Musk's tweet on X (formerly Twitter)
- Hindustan Times