Timeline of Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Relationship: From Allies to Foes

ReutersJuly 5, 20251 min3,081 views

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Early Relationship and Mutual Praise

🚀 Elon Musk was once lauded by Donald Trump at a White House event, with Trump praising Musk's creation of the first major American car company in generations and his rocket company's role in sending astronauts to space.
💡 Trump referred to Musk as the head of his new "Department of Government Efficiency," a "chainsaw for bureaucracy."

Relationship Breakdown

💔 The once-close relationship between Trump and Musk has reportedly imploded, stemming from a feud over Trump's tax-cut bill.
🗣️ Trump expressed disappointment, stating he had "helped Elon a lot" and anticipating Musk might soon speak negatively about him personally.

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