Trump: No plans to talk with Musk

Trump: No plans to talk with Musk

President Donald Trump has indicated that he has no immediate plans to engage in discussions with billionaire Elon Musk, following a high-profile feud between the two that erupted on Thursday. In a series of interviews with various news outlets, Trump expressed his disinterest in speaking with Musk, citing a lack of readiness on his part.

The feud began when Musk publicly criticized Trump's signature tax-cut bill, leading to a series of heated exchanges between the two on social media. Trump, in response, threatened to revoke government contracts from Musk's companies and suggested that Musk was trying to defend his business interests. Musk, for his part, alleged that Trump was involved in the Jeffrey Epstein files, a claim that has since been dismissed by the White House.

In interviews with CNN, ABC News, and Fox News, Trump reiterated his stance that he was not particularly interested in talking to Musk and was focused on other policy matters. He also hinted at plans to dispose of the Tesla vehicle he had purchased from Musk earlier this year, further underscoring the strain in their relationship.

The White House has attempted to shift attention back to the economy, despite the ongoing feud between Trump and Musk dominating the news cycle. Musk, who had previously indicated a willingness to work with Trump and the Republican Party, has since threatened to support candidates who voted for Trump's agenda and even suggested the possibility of a third-party run.

As of Friday, no phone call between the two men has been scheduled, and it remains unclear when or if their feud will be resolved. The White House has not provided a timeline for any potential reconciliation, and Musk has not detailed his plans for the future of his political involvement.

The ongoing feud between Trump and Musk has significant implications for the political and business landscape. Musk's political donations and support have been a major factor in Republican fundraising efforts, and his decision to withdraw that support could have a substantial impact on the party's financial standing. Additionally, the feud could potentially impact Musk's business relationships with the federal government, given Trump's threats to revoke government contracts.

References:
[1] https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/day-after-blistering-exchange-trump-calls-elon-musk/story?id=122567621
[2] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2025/6/6/trump-live-us-president-not-interested-in-talking-to-musk-official-says
[3] https://deadline.com/2025/06/trump-musk-feud-truce-1236425778/
[4] https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/06/politics/donald-trump-elon-musk-rift
[5] https://www.irishtimes.com/world/us/2025/06/06/elon-musk-and-donald-trump-to-speak-on-friday-following-public-feud/