JD Vance jumps to Trump’s defence amid Elon Musk’s

Tensions between Elon Musk and Donald Trump escalated dramatically on June 5 after a bitter online exchange. Their fallout follows Musk’s resignation last month from his temporary post in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a role given by Trump in January. Although Musk initially thanked Trump for the opportunity, he later criticized the administration—particularly a spending bill that adds \$3.8 trillion to the deficit. Musk called the bill “a disgusting abomination,” while Trump expressed disappointment, claiming Musk understood the bill well. Musk fired back, stating he never saw the bill before it passed.

The feud intensified when Musk tweeted an explosive accusation, claiming Trump is named in the unreleased Jeffrey Epstein files. Though no official allegations exist against Trump, the comment stirred controversy. In response, Vice President JD Vance publicly supported Trump, praising his leadership and rejecting Musk’s claims. Trump later suggested he pushed Musk out, citing Musk’s growing instability and frustration over revoked EV mandates. The online clash marks a dramatic end to what was once a strong political alliance.