President Trump and Elon Musk’s public feud exploded this week, exposing deep divisions in the conservative movement. The clash began when Musk attacked Trump’s new “Big Beautiful Bill,” calling it an “abomination” that would hurt American innovation. Trump fired back by threatening to slash billions in government subsidies for Musk’s companies like SpaceX and Tesla.
The fight turned nuclear when Musk accused Trump of hiding ties to Jeffrey Epstein on social media. He claimed Trump’s name appears in unreleased Epstein files, sparking outrage from Trump supporters. The former president denied the allegations, calling them “fake news” from a “sore loser” who can’t handle America First policies.
Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro warned this feud could fracture the Republican coalition. He said Musk’s attacks help Democrats by distracting from Biden’s failing economy and open borders. Shapiro urged both sides to stop “airing dirty laundry” and focus on beating the left in 2024.
The Epstein angle particularly angered MAGA loyalists. Many noted Musk previously donated to Democrats and questioned his conservative credentials. “This is what happens when coastal elites try to dictate to real Americans,” one Trump rally attendee told reporters.
Musk hinted at forming a new political party, but conservatives blasted this as a selfish power grab. Shapiro argued third parties only help Democrats, pointing to Ross Perot’s 1992 run as a cautionary tale. “We can’t afford purity tests when our country is burning,” he said.
The dispute reveals growing tensions between Trump’s populist base and tech billionaires. While Musk supported Trump’s tax cuts, he opposes policies limiting big tech’s power. Shapiro warned that conservative infighting could undo the Supreme Court victories and border security gains of the Trump era.
Some see Musk’s actions as payback after Trump endorsed stricter regulations on social media companies. The president’s “America First” agenda increasingly targets woke corporations, putting him at odds with former allies. Shapiro called this a necessary fight but said timing matters with elections approaching.
As the feud dominates headlines, Shapiro reminded viewers that Democrats are laughing all the way to the ballot box. He urged conservatives to channel their anger at leftist policies destroying schools, cities, and national security. The message is clear: unite or lose everything to radical Marxists.
