by Abigail Isaacson in Politics

The unexpected public spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through political and business circles. Musk publicly denounced Trump's signature legislation as a 'disgusting abomination,' prompting a furious response from the former president. Trump dismissed Musk as having 'lost his mind,' and the feud quickly escalated with Musk leveling serious accusations against Trump, including allegations of involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein case and calls for his impeachment. The fallout has put billions of dollars in SpaceX contracts at risk, with Trump threatening to terminate government contracts. While initial reports suggested a possible phone call between the two, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles confirmed there are no such plans. The conflict has drawn widespread attention, with various reactions from political commentators and voters. Steve Bannon even called for Musk's deportation and the seizure of SpaceX. Despite the severity of the situation, some believe the feud will ultimately 'blow over'. However, the incident has raised concerns about the potential impact on US space programs and the broader political landscape.