Elon Musk has expressed regret over his sharp criticism of President Donald Trump, acknowledging that his social media posts “went too far.” This follows a significant public rift between the two figures, sparked by Musk’s resignation from a White House advisory role and his condemnation of a Trump tax bill as a “disgusting abomination.”
The statement comes after President Trump indicated a willingness to reconcile in a recent interview with the New York Post, expressing “a little disappointment” but claiming “no hard feelings.” Trump noted his belief that Musk felt remorse for his harsh online attacks.
The dispute intensified after Musk publicly criticized the proposed budget, urging Americans to oppose it, and made unsubstantiated claims linking Trump to the late Jeffrey Epstein. The White House swiftly dismissed these allegations. Trump responded by calling Musk “disrespectful,” suggesting he had “lost his mind,” and threatening to cancel billions of dollars in government contracts held by Musk’s companies.
Musk subsequently deleted numerous posts, including one advocating for Trump’s impeachment. The fallout is particularly notable given Musk’s past support for Trump’s presidential campaign and his prior role as a key advisor. Reactions have been divided, with Republicans largely calling for reconciliation, while Democrats observed the unfolding conflict.
The situation further complicates the aftermath of Musk’s brief tenure in the Department of Government Efficiency, a position he left after just 129 days. The intense public feud has garnered considerable attention, with commentators like former Trump aide Steve Bannon even calling for Musk’s deportation.