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A Surprise Reconciliation: Trump’s Shift on Tesla and Musk
In a stunning turn of events, US President Donald Trump has seemingly put his differences with Tesla CEO Elon Musk behind him. Just days after Musk publicly expressed regret over his harsh criticism of Trump’s policies, the President made a surprising statement at a White House event, expressing admiration for the electric car company and even referring to Musk as a “friend” who “got a little bit strange.” The remark has sparked a new wave of curiosity among fans of both leaders, leaving many to wonder what led to this unexpected shift.
A Heated Feud Escalates
The conflict between Trump and Musk began earlier this month when Musk called Trump’s tax bill a “disgusting abomination” and even suggested that the president should be impeached. Trump responded by expressing “disappointment” in Musk and hinting at potential repercussions for Tesla and SpaceX’s government contracts. The public exchange was marked by increasingly harsh rhetoric from both sides, making it seem like their feud would never subside.
A New Chapter Begins
However, in a surprising move, Trump appeared to put his differences with Musk aside during a recent White House event where he moved to revoke California’s stringent electric vehicle (EV) mandates. While discussing electric cars, Trump remarked, “A lot of people love the electric. They like Tesla. So do I. In all fairness, I like Tesla and I like others too, but I also like combustion engines.” He then made a pointed, yet jovial, reference to Musk, quipping, “Now we know why Elon doesn’t like me so much, which he does.”
A Public Apology
Tesla CEO Elon Musk publicly expressed regret for his critical social media posts directed at President Donald Trump. The apology, posted on X (formerly Twitter), followed a brief phone call between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, signalling a potential reconciliation after days of heated exchanges. In the post, Musk expressed remorse for his comments, stating, “I regret some of my posts about President @realDonaldTrump last week. They went too far.”
A Reconciliation Takes Shape
Trump’s latest remarks signal a potential reconciliation between the two influential figures. While it’s unclear what prompted Trump’s sudden shift in stance towards Musk and Tesla, one thing is certain: the feud between these two powerful men has come to an end – at least for now. As we look back on this unexpected turn of events, one can’t help but wonder: what other surprises do these leaders have up their sleeves?
