Josh Weiner
As of now, there is no confirmed or credible public evidence that President Donald Trump has done anything directly or specifically to Elon Musk in a harmful or controversial way.
However, over the years, the relationship between Trump and Musk has been complex, marked by both cooperation and disagreement:
✅ Early Cooperation
- During Trump’s presidency, Musk served on several advisory councils focused on economic policy and manufacturing.
- Musk initially participated to represent innovation and industry interests, especially from the tech and renewable energy sectors.
❌ Disagreements Over Policy
- Musk resigned from Trump’s advisory councils in 2017 after Trump announced the U.S. would withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. Musk publicly stated:
“Climate change is real. Leaving Paris is not good for America or the world.” - They’ve had differences on topics like environmental regulation, pandemic policy, and government subsidies.
🗣️ Public Comments & Tension
- Occasionally, the two have exchanged indirect jabs. Trump has mocked Musk at rallies, especially after Musk said he wouldn’t support Trump in 2024.
- Musk has responded via X (formerly Twitter), often positioning himself as politically independent and criticizing both parties when he disagrees.
💬 Recent Developments
- As of 2025, there’s been no official conflict or legal action between the two. Their exchanges are more about ideology, ego, and influence in media and politics than any specific wrongdoing.
