Donald Trump has blunt five-word response as he reveals how he really feels about Elon Musk feud
Donald Trump has opened up again about his fallout with Elon Musk, and it’s clear the friendship between the two high-profile figures has turned into a serious clash. They used to be close—Musk even played a big role during Trump’s election campaign and was later given a government position under Trump’s leadership. He was appointed to lead a department focused on improving government efficiency, something Trump seemed proud of at the time.
Things took a turn recently, though, and their relationship has started to unravel. The main reason seems to be a disagreement over a major piece of legislation that Trump has been championing, which he refers to as the “Big Beautiful Bill.” This bill is one of the cornerstones of his current political agenda. Elon Musk, however, has publicly criticized the bill, going so far as to call it an “abomination.” Trump didn’t take that well and pushed back, saying that Musk knew every detail of the bill while he was still involved in the administration. Trump said he was disappointed in Musk and that the tech billionaire’s criticism came out of nowhere, especially after being so involved in the process.
What made things even more intense is what happened next. Musk took to Twitter and accused Trump of being mentioned in the Jeffrey Epstein documents. This explosive claim grabbed attention quickly. In response, the White House dismissed it as a regrettable and impulsive move by Musk. Officials suggested he made the accusation out of anger, likely because the bill didn’t turn out the way he wanted. They made it clear that the president is focused on moving forward with his agenda and not letting personal attacks distract him.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explained the situation to the media by saying that Musk was likely upset because the bill didn’t include specific policies he favored. She emphasized that the president’s focus is on passing the bill, which he believes will help the country significantly. According to her, it’s about doing what’s right for America, even if some former allies are unhappy.
Trump himself spoke briefly about the whole thing during an interview with the *New York Post*. When asked about Musk and the ongoing conflict, he gave a very short but pointed answer: “Nothing catches me by surprise. Nothing.” That response made it clear that Trump isn’t letting the drama shake him. He followed up by highlighting what he sees as major wins under his leadership—saying the economy is booming, the stock market is doing great, tariffs are bringing in money, and his approval ratings are climbing. He seemed to be suggesting that the Musk situation isn’t worth worrying about when there are so many other things going right.
Trump also reiterated his confidence in the bill. He said that Musk was fully informed about its contents and was even supportive at one point. According to Trump, the bill is strong and will end up helping everyone, Musk included, whether they acknowledge it now or not. He pointed to recent economic numbers and stock market gains as proof that the country is heading in the right direction and that the bill is already having an impact.
Later, Press Secretary Leavitt added more detail during an appearance on Fox News. She mentioned that just a few days before Musk’s outburst, he had actually thanked Trump for his leadership and for working to reduce waste and fraud in the government. She noted that Musk’s tone changed quickly after returning to his business world. In her view, Musk might be speaking from the perspective of a businessman protecting his own interests, while Trump, as the president, has a broader duty to think about the country’s overall well-being. She made it clear that the administration believes the bill is in the public’s best interest and that the president will stay focused on what he believes is the right course for the nation, regardless of personal disagreements.
