- Elon Musk admits regret over social media posts targeting President Donald Trump.
- The fallout followed Musk’s criticism of Trump’s proposed spending bill.
- Musk’s comments come amid rising political tensions and a public feud.
Elon Musk has publicly acknowledged that some of his social media posts about President Donald Trump “went too far.” The billionaire entrepreneur, who recently completed a temporary government advisory role, made the statement on his platform X after a week of public tension with the U.S. President.
The clash began when Musk criticized Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” as fiscally irresponsible, claiming it would reverse the progress made by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which Musk briefly headed.
Musk Backtracks After Trump Feud, Admits Social Media Posts ‘Went Too Far’
The ongoing friction between Elon Musk and President Donald Trump took a surprising turn after Musk posted an apology of sorts on X, saying he regrets how far his comments had gone. The message marks a rare moment of public contrition from the outspoken billionaire.
Tensions spiked when Musk criticized the Republican-led tax proposal, calling it a deficit-expanding move that undermines efficient governance. These remarks were made just before Musk’s advisory term ended, adding to the political weight of his statements.
Trump initially stayed silent but later expressed disappointment, telling reporters at the White House that he had “expected better” from Musk. The President did not directly engage on social media but clearly signaled displeasure with Musk’s remarks.
Musk’s regret may be an effort to dial down public hostilities, especially as both men hold significant sway over political and tech landscapes. His tone suggests a shift from open opposition to a more strategic retreat.
While the public feud drew attention for its bold language, Musk’s admission of regret indicates a desire to move beyond conflict—at least for now—as the political stakes grow.
“I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far.” — Elon Musk on X
