Trump-Musk Feud Explodes: Impeachment Call Shakes US Politics

The unexpected public feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk has sent shockwaves through US politics. The conflict began with Trump's apparent frustration over Musk's criticism of his 'big beautiful bill'. White House officials described Trump as 'confused and frustrated' by Musk's attacks. However, the situation escalated dramatically when Trump, in a social media post, threatened to terminate Musk's government subsidies and contracts. Musk responded swiftly, endorsing a post on X calling for Trump's impeachment. "I'm very disappointed in Elon. I've helped Elon a lot," Trump stated in a video clip. This dramatic break has significant implications for both men. For Trump, it threatens his access to key support groups, including tech donors and younger male voters. For Musk, it risks increased scrutiny of his business practices and potential jeopardy to government contracts. The incident marks a dramatic end to a previously close relationship, highlighting the volatile nature of modern political alliances.