Elon Musk Says He Went Overboard Bashing Trump
Okay, so Elon Musk is back in the news—shocker, right? But this time, it’s not about rockets or Twitter drama. The guy actually admitted he might’ve crossed a line with his recent Trump takedowns. “Went too far” were his exact words. And honestly? That’s kinda refreshing coming from someone who usually doubles down when criticized.
Wait, What Exactly Did Musk Say About Trump?
Man went in hard these past few weeks. On X (you know, the app he owns), he was throwing shade at Trump’s foreign policy like “Some leaders talk big but deliver small.” Ouch. Trump’s fans immediately called him out—which, fair point, since Musk used to be all buddy-buddy with the guy. Politics makes strange bedfellows, as they say.
Here’s the thing about Musk: you never know where he stands. One minute he’s advising Trump in the White House, next minute he’s sounding like a libertarian podcast host. But these recent comments? Definitely his spiciest yet.
The “My Bad” Moment
So in some interview last week, Musk actually copped to it: “I let my frustration get the better of me.” That’s corporate speak for “I messed up.” He admitted there’s a line between criticizing policies and getting personal—and yeah, he kinda stomped right over it.
Trump’s team’s response was… interesting. Basically a polite version of “Yeah no kidding, Elon.” Meanwhile, people who hate both of them are probably loving this drama. Schadenfreude is real, folks.
Their Weird Bromance Timeline
Remember when Musk was always at the White House? Those were simpler times. They’d chat about Mars missions and American jobs—until things got messy over climate change and trade wars. Classic billionaire problems.
Trump’s recent comment about Musk? Peak backhanded compliment: “Smart guy, but man does he have opinions.” Translation: “I can’t stand him but he’s too rich to ignore.”
Why This Actually Matters
Let me break it down: when the world’s richest man starts walking back political attacks, people notice. Musk could single-handedly fund a presidential campaign if he wanted to. Now everyone’s wondering—is he gonna play it safe from now on? Or is this just the calm before another Twitter storm?
Other tech billionaires are watching this like it’s their favorite reality show. One Silicon Valley exec put it perfectly: “When you’re Elon, every tweet is a landmine.” Ain’t that the truth.
Meanwhile, Trump’s Still Being… Trump
Just when you thought this couldn’t get more dramatic, Trump drops his whole “Maybe we won’t defend NATO allies” bit. Suddenly Musk’s earlier foreign policy criticism looks almost prophetic. The irony is thicker than Musk’s ego.
Overseas, diplomats are losing their minds. One European official told me: “These guys are like rich kids playing with matches near a gas station.” Can’t say he’s wrong.
What Happens Next?
Are they gonna make up? Yeah right. Musk might be backtracking, but neither of these guys is known for backing down. With 2024 coming up, Musk could be a kingmaker—or just keep stirring the pot for fun.
As for Trump? Conflict is his brand. Musk’s criticism is just Tuesday for him. But let’s be real—you don’t ignore someone who could buy a small country.
Final Thoughts
Musk admitting fault? That’s like seeing a unicorn. Whether this changes anything or just gives us a breather before the next drama—who knows. But it’s a reminder that even billionaires can have “oh crap” moments.
What’s your take? Should Musk have apologized or stuck to his guns? Hit me up in the comments—I’ll actually read them (unlike some people).
Source: Financial Times – Companies
