Musk Expresses Regret Over Posts About Trump

Musk Expresses Regret Over Posts About Trump
Above: Tesla CEO Elon Musk and U.S. President Donald Trump listen to a question from reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on May 30, 2025 in Washington, D.C. Image copyright: Kevin Dietsch/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images

The Spin

Right narrative

Trump and Musk are two of the most influential forces in America, and the MAGA movement is stronger when they stand together. Their clash was never about ideology — it was about ego, and that can be resolved. Musk's attempt to mend fences shows maturity and a focus on the bigger picture. If they reunite, it's a win for the America First agenda — and a step toward restoring national strength and momentum.

Left narrative

It was long suggested that the relationship between Musk and Trump — two oversized egos in constant orbit — would eventually implode. Their feud feels less like a shocking rupture and more like a predictable episode in the endlessly volatile Trump universe, where loyalty is transactional, chaos is standard, and no alliance survives unchecked ambition for long. Musk's attempted reversal may soften the fallout, but the damage looks permanent.

Cynical narrative

Musk's public walk-back suggests he wants to repair his relationship with Trump — but some damage can’t be undone. By echoing left-wing talking points about impeachment and Epstein, Musk shook the trust that once defined their alliance. They may find common ground again, especially with shared political goals, but the bond is fractured. Even if they reconcile, it’s unlikely to ever be what it once was.

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