Saturday, March 29, 2025
In a surprising political twist, billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has officially severed his ties with former U.S. President Donald Trump, ending a controversial and high-profile association that had been a subject of political chatter for months.
On Wednesday, Musk took to his social media accounts to publicly announce his decision. He thanked Trump for trusting him as the head of the DOGE initiative, a strategic yet speculative project reportedly backed by the Trump administration. Musk also confirmed his resignation from this official role, signaling a broader retreat from political engagement.
According to an Associated Press report, a White House staff member confirmed Musk is no longer involved with the Trump-led DOGE project. This revelation follows weeks of speculation about growing tension between the two figures.
Recently, Musk criticized a newly proposed bill championed by Trump, which the former president labeled a “beautiful bill.” Musk, however, expressed concern that the legislation could significantly increase the federal deficit and entail massive spending. He also shared mixed views on Trump’s tax reforms and immigration policies—approving of some aspects while strongly opposing others.
When asked to comment, Trump responded vaguely, stating, “We’ll see what happens. There’s still a lot to be done,” offering little clarity about the future of their working relationship. However, not all within the Republican Party support Trump’s approach. Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson publicly sympathized with Musk, noting that cost reductions were possible if leadership handled the matter more responsibly.
Musk’s decision to step away reflects a deeper frustration with the complexity of political life. Sources close to the entrepreneur say he now plans to refocus his energy on his flagship companies, Tesla and SpaceX, and minimize his involvement in partisan politics moving forward.
The end of the Elon Musk–Trump partnership has stirred political circles and prompted debate over the role of tech billionaires in government policy. As the political landscape heads into the 2024 election cycle, the rift between these two influential figures may reshape alliances and policy directions.
