On June 11, 2025, billionaire Elon Musk issued a public apology on his social media platform X for posts he made the previous week criticizing US President Donald Trump. Musk expressed regret, stating, “I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week, they went too far.” The apology followed a public spat where Musk described Trump’s tax and spending bill as a “disgusting abomination,” prompting Trump to declare their relationship over.
President Trump, in an interview with the New York Post, acknowledged Musk’s apology, calling it “very nice.” However, when asked about future communication with Musk, a former close adviser, Trump said, “No, I don’t have any plans. I’m not even thinking about Elon.” He emphasized his focus on international issues like China, Russia, and Iran, adding, “I just wish him well.” Regarding Tesla and Musk’s government contracts, Trump noted he hadn’t considered any actions but would ensure fairness if reviews were pursued. He was unaware of any ongoing investigations into Musk’s companies, stating, “I have no idea whether or not they had an investigation.”
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt confirmed Trump’s appreciation for the apology, saying, “The president acknowledged the statement that Elon put out this morning and is appreciative of it.” She clarified that no efforts had been made to review Musk’s government contracts, despite earlier suggestions from Trump that he might consider it. Leavitt emphasized the administration’s focus on serving the American people.
Senator JD Vance, commenting on the situation, said he had spoken to both Musk and Trump to ensure Musk’s public and private support for the president’s agenda. “I’ll keep on doing that,” Vance added, indicating efforts to mend the rift.
The feud began when Musk and Trump exchanged insults online, with Trump hinting at reviewing Musk’s subsidies, stating, “It’s a lot of subsidy. We’ll take a look at that, but it has to be fair for him and for the country.” Despite the apology, Trump’s responses suggest a cooling of their once-close alliance, leaving the future of their relationship uncertain.
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