Businessman Elon Musk has sparked a political storm this Thursday by publicly stating that U.S. President Donald Trump is mentioned in the files of the Jeffrey Epstein case, and that this would be the reason why those documents have not been made public.
Through his social network X (formerly Twitter), Musk stated, “It’s time to drop the truly big bomb: Donald Trump is in the Epstein files. That’s the real reason why they have not been made public. Have a great day, DJT. The truth will come to light.”
The post, which quickly went viral, comes amid escalating tensions between Musk and Trump following the magnate's criticisms of the Republican president's new fiscal plan.
Trump responded from his platform Truth Social, threatening to cut all government contracts and subsidies that benefit Musk and his companies: “The easiest way to save billions of dollars in our budget is to cancel Elon’s government subsidies and contracts. I’ve always been surprised that Biden hasn’t done it!”
Additionally, Trump suggested that Musk has unfairly benefited from electric vehicle policies and that he should be grateful for his previous political support.
"Elon was 'burning out,' I asked him to leave, I took away his Electric Vehicle Mandate that forced everyone to buy electric cars that no one else wanted... and he just went CRAZY!" he added in another post.
What was once perceived as a symbiotic relationship between two of the country's most influential figures has turned into an open conflict.
Musk, who actively supported Trump during the 2024 campaign—donating over 250 million dollars and even participating in electoral events—now distances himself from the president in increasingly aggressive terms.
"Without me, Trump would have lost. The Democrats would control the House, and the Republicans would have been 51-49 in the Senate," Musk recently wrote.
In November of last year, he said, "If Donald Trump wins, the Epstein list will be made public," referring to the guest list for the billionaire's island where minors were sexually abused and who died by suicide in prison.
After the exchange of accusations, Tesla's shares plummeted 15% on the New York Stock Exchange this Thursday, amid fears that the federal government would cancel key contracts and subsidies related to the energy transition, which would represent a significant economic blow to Musk's empire.
The Epstein case —the financier accused of child sex trafficking and found dead in prison in 2019— has been the subject of immense controversy and speculation.
Although multiple judicial documents have been partially declassified, the complete list of personalities involved or mentioned remains classified.
Musk now suggests that Trump is listed in those files, a claim that, if proven, could have devastating political consequences.
Frequently asked questions about the conflict between Elon Musk and Donald Trump
Why did Elon Musk say that Donald Trump is in Jeffrey Epstein's files?
Elon Musk suggested that Donald Trump appears in the records of the Jeffrey Epstein case as a reason why such documents have not been made public. Musk stated that the truth will come to light, which has sparked significant political controversy. This statement comes amid increasing tensions between Musk and Trump, particularly over disagreements regarding the president's fiscal policy.
How has Donald Trump responded to Elon Musk's accusations?
Donald Trump responded by threatening to cut all government contracts and subsidies benefiting Elon Musk and his companies. Additionally, he suggested that Musk unjustly benefited from policies related to electric vehicles and that he should be grateful for the political support he received in the past. This conflict has escalated, breaking what was once a collaborative relationship between the two.
What has been the financial impact of this dispute between Musk and Trump?
Tesla's shares plummeted 15% on the New York Stock Exchange following the public conflict between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Investors fear that the federal government may cancel key contracts and subsidies related to the energy transition, which would represent a significant economic blow to Musk's empire.
What was the relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump before this conflict?
Elon Musk and Donald Trump had a close collaborative relationship, with Musk actively supporting Trump's 2024 campaign, including a significant donation and participation in electoral events. Musk served as the Director of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Trump’s administration, although their relationship has deteriorated due to disagreements over fiscal policies and other issues.
What is the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and what role did Elon Musk play in it?
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was an initiative by Donald Trump aimed at reducing bureaucracy and improving the administrative efficiency of the federal government. Elon Musk was appointed as its director, where he implemented measures to cut costs and staff. However, his methods and approach generated internal tensions, and his tenure was marked by controversies and criticisms from various sectors.
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