Tech Bros Throwing Hands: Elon Musk and Trump's Epic Political Breakup

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In the latest episode of billionaire drama, Elon Musk and Donald Trump are throwing down in a political cage match that’s more chaotic than a startup pitch meeting.
The Twitter Beef Heard 'Round the World
What started as a bromance has quickly devolved into a public spat that’s got everyone from Silicon Valley to Washington, DC grabbing popcorn. Musk, fresh from his stint as a special advisor in the Trump administration, is now dragging his former presidential bestie on X (formerly Twitter) with receipts that would make a gossip columnist proud.
Throwing Shade and Dropping Bombs
Musk isn’t holding back, tweeting about Trump’s inconsistent stance on government spending and even dropping a nuclear-level accusation about Trump’s potential involvement in the Epstein files. He’s essentially telling Trump, “I made you, and I can break you” - a power move that’s got political insiders clutching their pearls.
The Political Ecosystem’s New Reality Show
With Musk hinting at creating a new political party and threatening long-term political consequences, this feud is less about policy and more about ego. Trump’s response? Classic Trump - claiming disappointment and hinting at potential contract retribution for Musk’s businesses.
Welcome to 2025, where billionaire breakups are the new political drama, and no one is safe from a Twitter takedown.
AUTHOR: mb
SOURCE: SFist