On June 11, 2025, Elon Musk expressed regret for some of his social media posts targeting U.S. President Donald Trump, stating on X, “I regret some of my posts about President @realDonaldTrump last week. They went too far.” The posts, made the previous week, were part of a public feud sparked by Musk’s criticism of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a tax and spending bill he called a “disgusting abomination” for its potential to increase the federal deficit. Musk’s now-deleted posts included claims linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s files and endorsing a call for Trump’s impeachment.
The feud escalated when Trump threatened to terminate government contracts with Musk’s companies, like Tesla and SpaceX, and suggested Musk could face “serious consequences” for supporting Democrats. Musk’s retreat coincided with a 2.3% rise in Tesla shares, reflecting market relief, though analysts doubt the two will fully reconcile due to their clashing personalities. Trump, in a podcast, expressed disappointment but said he held “no hard feelings,” hinting at openness to reconciliation. The episode highlights the volatile dynamic between two powerful figures, with Musk’s apology seen by some as a strategic move to protect his business interests.
