Donald Trump just gave brutal response when asked about deporting Elon Musk after feud reignited
Donald Trump has escalated his feud with Elon Musk, suggesting he might deport the billionaire if reelected. The remarks came after Musk criticized Trump’s recent $5 trillion debt ceiling bill, calling it “insane spending” by the “Porky Pig Party.”
Musk slammed Republicans who supported the bill despite campaigning against government spending, threatening to form a new “America Party” as an alternative. The Tesla CEO’s tweets marked his latest break with Trump after previously endorsing him.
Trump fired back on Truth Social, attacking Musk’s reliance on government subsidies for his businesses. He claimed without taxpayer support, Musk would “have to close up shop and head back home to South Africa.”
The former president sarcastically referenced “DOGE” – likely the meme cryptocurrency Dogecoin Musk has promoted – suggesting it could “eat Elon.” Trump’s comments came during a White House press gaggle before visiting a Florida detention center.
When asked directly if he would deport Musk, Trump replied: “We’ll have to take a look.” He doubled down with the DOGE joke, adding: “Wouldn’t that be terrible? He gets a lot of subsidies.”
The public spat highlights the deteriorating relationship between the two powerful figures. Musk had been seen as a potential Trump ally but has increasingly criticized Republican policies.
Trump’s deportation threat, while likely rhetorical, underscores his willingness to attack former supporters. The exchange comes as both men wield significant influence ahead of the 2024 election cycle.
