Trump Urges DOGE to Examine Musk Subsidies for Potential Savings

US President Donald Trump suggests that DOGE should examine how government subsidies benefit billionaire Elon Musk as their feud escalates. Trump made the proposal on Truth Social, opposing Musk's support for an electric car mandate. He stated that without subsidies, Musk would struggle to sustain his businesses. Trump implied that the country could save money if Musk's ventures ceased operations. He hinted at DOGE, Musk's former agency, indicating a growing rift between the two.

In response, Musk on his platform X, called for cutting all subsidies. This follows Musk's criticism of Trump's tax and spending cuts bill, which he believes would harm the country. Musk had supported Trump's campaign in 2024 but later criticized the bill as detrimental. He also suggested the need for a new political party and vowed to ensure politicians who supported the bill lose their primary elections.

After leaving the federal government, Musk insinuated, without proof, that Trump was linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Despite this, Musk expressed regret for some of his extreme statements. Trump, in turn, downplayed the situation, stating that he didn't hold Musk accountable for his actions.

According to the source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation.