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Mike Johnson Seeks Musk-Trump Reconciliation Amid Tensions

7/17/2025

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House Speaker Mike Johnson disclosed that Elon Musk severed ties after a disagreement with President Trump, even changing his phone number. Johnson aims to bridge the gap between the two, highlighting their common financial ambitions. While he remains optimistic about a potential reconciliation, he acknowledges the intricate challenges ahead, with an in-person meeting still hanging in the balance.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson disclosed that Elon Musk severed ties after a disagreement with President Trump, even changing his phone number. Johnson aims to bridge the gap between the two, highlighting their common financial ambitions. While he remains optimistic about a potential reconciliation, he acknowledges the intricate challenges ahead, with an in-person meeting still hanging in the balance.