On June 5, 2025, Elon Musk escalated his public feud with President Donald Trump by alleging that Trump is named in the unreleased Jeffrey Epstein files. Musk made this claim on his social media platform X, suggesting that the inclusion of Trump's name is the reason these documents have not been made public. He concluded his post with, "Have a nice day, DJT!"

This accusation follows a series of disputes between the two, including Musk's criticism of Trump's recent tax and spending bill, which Musk labeled a "disgusting abomination." In response, Trump threatened to revoke federal contracts and subsidies for Musk's companies, stating, "The easiest way to save money in our Budget, Billions and Billions of Dollars, is to terminate Elon’s Governmental Subsidies and Contracts."

Musk, who previously served as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has denied having prior knowledge of the bill and has accused Trump of ingratitude, noting his significant financial support for Trump's 2024 campaign. He also hinted at the possibility of forming a new centrist political party.

The feud has had tangible effects, with Tesla's stock experiencing a notable decline amid the escalating conflict.