The MeidasTouch Podcast All Hell Breaks Loose as Trump and Elon Go to War
18 snips
Jun 5, 2025 Tensions flare as Trump and Musk clash publicly, with Musk claiming Trump owes his 2024 chances to him. Trump counters, suggesting Musk suffers from severe derangement. The rivalry reflects deeper political divides, highlighting Musk's shifting stance on budgets and EV mandates. Each titan's public image takes a hit, exposing cracks in their complex past relationship. Their feud isn’t just personal—it ripples through the political landscape, impacting their followers and the GOP.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Musk Claims Credit for Trump Victory
- Elon Musk claims Trump would have lost the 2024 election without his support, showing Musk's significant political influence.
- Trump publicly retaliates, accusing Musk of "Trump derangement syndrome," indicating a bitter public feud.
Musk Critiques Budget Bill Harshly
- Musk criticizes the current budget bill for deep cuts to social programs and increased deficits.
- He points out the bill carries massive tax cuts for billionaires and harms vulnerable populations.
Trump Disappointed by Musk's Opposition
- Trump said Musk knew the budget bill's details and had no problem with it until the EV mandate cut was revealed.
- Trump expressed disappointment because he helped Musk a lot, but Musk publicly opposed the bill.