What began as a seemingly ironclad alliance between President Donald Trump and tech icon Elon Musk dramatically unraveled on Thursday, descending into a fiery exchange of personal attacks and recriminations over the course of a single hour.

The rapid deterioration of their relationship, once a cornerstone of the Trump administration’s advisory circle, stunned political observers and sent shockwaves through both Washington and the tech world.

The public spat, which played out across traditional media and social platforms, escalated from a policy dispute to a deeply personal feud. The initial catalyst appeared to be Musk’s recent criticism of a domestic policy bill championed by Trump.

However, the conflict quickly spiraled to encompass who deserved credit for Mr. Trump’s 2024 election vi

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