President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk are currently engaged in a heated feud. The conflict escalated when Trump referred to Musk as "a man who has lost his mind" after Musk tweeted about Trump being mentioned in Jeffrey Epstein’s files, which have not been made public due to ongoing legal issues.
Timeline of Events
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Initial Tweet:
- On Tuesday, Musk tweeted that he had seen documents related to Epstein’s case, claiming they included information about Trump.
- This tweet provoked a strong reaction from Trump, who expressed disinterest in further communication with Musk.
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Trump’s Response:
- Trump stated, "I don’t want anything to do with him."
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Musk’s Clarification:
- Musk later clarified that he had not actually seen any documents but was referencing information from an unnamed source.
- He admitted uncertainty regarding the truthfulness of the information.
Potential for Reconciliation
Despite the animosity, Canadian businessman Kevin O’Leary believes that the relationship between Trump and Musk is still repairable. O’Leary argues that both men have compelling reasons to mend their friendship, given their shared interests and significant influence on American society through their ventures, such as SpaceX and Starlink technology.
- O’Leary’s Perspective:
- "I think it would be great for both of them," O’Leary stated in an interview with CNBC. "They’re both very influential people in this country… They’ve got some common interests."
- He highlighted that SpaceX is developing Starlink satellites for internet access across America, while Starlink is also working on satellite-based internet services for rural areas in Canada.
- "They’re doing some really cool stuff together," O’Leary added. "I think it would be great if they could put aside their differences and work together."
Current Status of the Feud
Trump has not publicly indicated whether he intends to repair his relationship with Musk. The likelihood of reconciliation remains uncertain given the current state of their feud.
Background on Jeffrey Epstein
Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide while awaiting trial at a federal jail in Manhattan last year. He faced charges related to sex trafficking minors, with allegations dating back at least 14 years involving dozens of victims, including girls as young as 14 years old, according to prosecutors.
In recent months, there have been several reports suggesting Epstein may have been involved in human trafficking prior to his death, although these claims remain unverified.
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