#TrumpVsMusk š„Trump to Sell Tesla Amid Escalating Feud With Musk, Putting Billions at Stakeā
President Trump is parting ways with his Tesla and has no plans to reconcile with Elon Musk, according to two White House officials on Friday. The move follows a public fallout between the two powerful figures, with harsh words exchanged online and significant consequences looming for both.
A White House source, speaking anonymously, confirmed that Trump intends to sell the red Tesla he bought in March to signal support for Musk during a previous controversy. Despite that gesture, officials say Trump has shown little interest in mending the relationship, even after Musk hinted at backing down.
On Thursday night, Musk retracted his earlier threat to immediately deactivate SpaceXās Dragon spacecraft, which services NASA missions. Shortly after, billionaire Bill Ackman called for the two men to reconcile for the countryās good. Musk replied, āYouāre not wrong,ā leaving the door to peace slightly ajar.
The stakes are high for both. Muskās companies ā particularly SpaceX ā have received billions in federal contracts, and future deals could be jeopardized by the rift. Trump, for his part, risks losing a powerful financial backer. Musk contributed around $275 million to Trumpās 2024 campaign and had pledged another $100 million for GOP groups before the 2026 midterms ā money that now appears uncertain.