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Elon Musk Slams Trump, Ditches Government Role

5/29/2025

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Elon Musk has taken a bold stance against President Trump, slamming his domestic policies for ballooning the national deficit. Frustrated with Washington, Musk has stepped back from his government role to concentrate on his businesses. His failure to deliver on a $100 million pledge to Trump’s political operation casts doubt on their once-strong alliance.

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Elon Musk has taken a bold stance against President Trump, slamming his domestic policies for ballooning the national deficit. Frustrated with Washington, Musk has stepped back from his government role to concentrate on his businesses. His failure to deliver on a $100 million pledge to Trump’s political operation casts doubt on their once-strong alliance.