Trump’s Tech Standoff: Starlink Stays, Tesla May Go as Musk Feud Simmers
Washington, D.C. – In the latest twist of his turbulent relationship with Elon Musk, President Donald Trump signaled a split decision on the billionaire’s companies Monday: Starlink satellite service will remain at the White House, but his Tesla might be headed for the exit.
A Parking Lot Proxy War
The red Tesla Model S—purchased from Musk in March during their bromance—became an unlikely symbol of their feud after being spotted parked at the White House over the weekend. “I may move the Tesla around a little bit,” Trump told reporters, downplaying the rift while praising Starlink as “a good service.” The remark came just two days after Trump declared their relationship “over.”
From Allies to Adversaries
The feud exploded when Musk torched Trump’s tax bill as a ‘disgusting abomination,’ sparking a Twitter firestorm. But the billionaire’s subsequent deletion of pro-impeachment tweets signaled retreat. ‘The eruption is cooling to a simmer,’ confided a Musk insider, revealing the tech titan’s fury may be fading faster than a deleted tweet.
Political Fallout
Musk’s revolt jammed the gears on Trump’s legislative push, turbocharging GOP dissent. But by Monday, Trump dialed back: ‘We had good times—I wish him well.’ Musk replied with just a ❤️—a tiny olive branch in their billion-dollar beef, where policy wars and bruised egos collide.
The Stakes Beyond the Driveway
While the Tesla’s fate may hinge on parking logistics, the Starlink reprieve carries weightier implications. The satellite network remains critical for White House communications—a rare area where Trump and Musk’s interests still align, even as their alliance sputters.
