Donald Trump and Elon Musk enter public feud

Sunday 8 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sun 8 Jun 2025, 7:40am

In this story Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Republican Party, SpaceX, Tesla

US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have had a public break-up involving insults and accusations. The dispute escalated after Musk criticised a tax bill affecting electric vehicle tax breaks. Following the row, Tesla shares dropped 14% before rebounding 5% as tensions eased.

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1. NZ HeraldSun 8 Jun 2025, 5:00am

   Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s break-up was so predictable – Editorial (opens in new tab)

2. RNZSun 8 Jun 2025, 7:40am

   Trump says Musk will face 'very serious consequences' if he funds Democrats (opens in new tab)