Trump-Musk War Escalates with Threats, Breakups, and New Party
A once-solid relationship now threatens to crumble in public. , are immersed in a war of statements mixing political interests, million-dollar subsidies, and promises of electoral revenge.
Criticism, warnings, and a political party at stake
. Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, wasted no time in reacting: he called the move a “political suicide” for Republicans and threatened to remove congressmen who vote in favor from their seats.
From his X account, . His statement, seen by more than 30 million people, sparked alarm in political circles, especially among moderate Republicans who see in a figure capable of attracting a portion of the electorate.
. From Truth Social, the president harshly criticized ‘s dependence on subsidies for electric vehicles, hinting that without them, his companies would collapse. He even joked about the possibility of eliminating space launches and electric car production as a way to reduce state spending.
Direct impact on Tesla and market warnings
. Tesla’s shares have fallen more than 20% so far this year, reflecting not only a decline in global sales—especially in Europe and China—but also the uncertainty generated by their political confrontations. Before market opening on Tuesday, the company lost another 6%.
Analysts like Dan Ives of Wedbush warned that the growing hostility between the two could result in a , especially regarding the development of autonomous technology like robotaxis and future regulated services like Cybercabs.
, suggesting that the tension has not reached its peak yet. And with elections ahead, this war between two titans is just beginning.
