Elon Musk has blunt five-word response when asked why he’s stepping back from politics amid Trump ‘break-up’ rumours
Elon Musk hinted at tensions with President Trump during a recent Bloomberg interview, suggesting he’ll reduce his political spending after previously being a major Republican donor. The Tesla CEO, who co-leads Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency, faced backlash earlier this year for proposing federal spending cuts that threatened thousands of jobs. Though Musk dismissed rumors of his imminent removal from the administration as “fake news,” his latest remarks fueled speculation about a rift.
When asked about his political contributions, Musk stated, “I think I’ve done enough,” avoiding direct questions about tensions with Trump. Observers interpreted his comments as confirmation of growing distance between the two. Musk reportedly spent over $300 million supporting Trump’s re-election campaign but has since faced declining public favor, even impacting Tesla’s reputation. The billionaire’s shifting political stance comes as Democrats leverage his dwindling popularity in key elections.
