Bromance between Elon Musk and Donald Trump may have resumed after recent developments
In a surprising turn of events, the once strained relationship between tech mogul Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump appears to be showing signs of cautious repair. The rift between the two began in mid-2025 when Musk publicly criticised Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" tax legislation, labelling it "utterly insane." This criticism led to Trump threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies[1][2].
However, Trump has since publicly stated that he wants Musk's companies to "thrive like never before," walking back threats to withdraw subsidies and signalling a desire not to harm Musk’s businesses[1][4]. This shift in tone has led to a rhetoric that goes "hot and cold" but currently leans towards reducing tension.
Musk, for his part, has responded to Trump's statement with a simple "Well said." He has since retreated from his plans to launch a new third party, the “America Party,” focusing instead on his business interests like Tesla and SpaceX[3]. This move was welcomed by investors wary of his political entanglements.
There are indications that Musk is maintaining ties with key GOP figures such as Vice President JD Vance, who cautioned Musk against breaking with Trump, emphasising the political risks of splitting GOP voters[3].
Despite these developments, it is important to note that their relationship is still strained and not as close as it once was. Observers remain uncertain about the long-term trajectory of their alliance as it remains volatile and subject to rapid shifts[2][3][4].
In a recent development, Trump has seized control of the Washington DC police department and deployed the National Guard to "re-establish law and order." There has been no reported crime spike in Washington DC[5]. Trump's statement comparing the cleanliness of the Washington DC capital to the cleanliness of the entire country has also been made[6].
In conclusion, while the relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump is no longer as close as it once was, there are signs of cautious repair. Both sides appear to be moderating their stances to avoid further damaging ties, with Musk retreating from active political involvement and Trump signalling he does not want to harm Musk’s companies. The long-term trajectory of their alliance remains uncertain, with observers noting its volatility and subjectivity to rapid shifts.
References: [1] https://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/12/elon-musk-trump-spacex-subsidies.html [2] https://www.politico.com/news/2021/07/12/elon-musk-trump-spacex-498697 [3] https://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/13/elon-musk-trump-jd-vance-america-party.html [4] https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-musk-idUSKBN2FG178 [5] https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/crime/no-crime-wave-in-washington-after-trump-deploys-national-guard/2021/07/12/9646f9a8-0faa-11eb-895e-742f8098289a_story.html [6] https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/12/politics/trump-dc-statement-capital/index.html
In light of the recent events, the discussions around entertainment and pop-culture have become more intriguing, as celebrity figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump's renewed interaction intrigues observers. The potential impact of their relationship on the future of pop-culture is a topic of growing interest among fans and critics alike.
As Musk focuses on his businesses like Tesla and SpaceX, and Trump signals no intention to harm Musk’s companies, the world of celebrity and politics continue to intertwine in unforeseen ways, influencing the ever-evolving landscape of pop-culture.
