Elon Musk’s latest social media outburst has set Washington ablaze, targeting a key Trump adviser with a venomous label.
Breitbart reported that the billionaire’s attack on Sergio Gor, a top White House figure, reveals a fractured alliance with President Donald Trump. This drama underscores the chaos that erupts when egos clash in the MAGA orbit.
Musk’s feud with Gor, sparked by a New York Post report, centers on personnel decisions and agency power struggles.
The tech mogul’s “snake” jab at Gor on X followed claims that Gor lacked a permanent security clearance. This public spat encapsulates the broader tension between Musk’s outsized influence and Trump’s loyal inner circle.
The White House swiftly countered, asserting Gor’s active security clearance and full compliance with regulations. “Mr. Gor is fully compliant with all applicable ethical and legal obligations,” said counsel David Warrington. Such a robust defense signals that Trump’s team is unwilling to let Musk’s barbs go unanswered.
The roots of this conflict trace back to a heated March Cabinet meeting. Musk clashed with agency heads over proposed budget cuts, expecting his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to hold sway. Trump, however, made it clear that agency leaders, not Musk, called the shots.
Vice President JD Vance rallied behind Gor, praising his role in staffing the administration with America First advocates. “He’s done a great job, and will continue to do so,” Vance declared. This loyalty highlights Gor’s entrenched position, undeterred by Musk’s public tantrum.
Musk’s refusal to collaborate with Gor after the March meeting marked a turning point. The tech titan’s frustration grew as Gor facilitated the termination of Jared Isaacman’s NASA nomination, a candidate Musk championed. This setback fueled Musk’s resentment, setting the stage for his social media tirade.
The Isaacman nomination’s collapse proved a breaking point for Musk. He unleashed a barrage on X, targeting not only Gor but also Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.” Such broadside attacks suggest Musk’s wounded pride overruled any sense of political decorum.
Trump linked Musk’s outburst to the Isaacman decision, noting it as a motivator for the billionaire’s public criticism. The president’s measured response—“no hard feelings”—aimed to defuse the situation. Yet, Musk’s relentless posts signaled a deeper rift, one not easily mended.
Musk’s attacks coincided with his planned exit from government duties, raising questions about his motives.
Was this a calculated parting shot or an impulsive lashing out? Either way, it shattered the once-chummy “first buddy” dynamic between Trump and Musk.
Less than two weeks before his Gor attack, Musk apologized on X for overstepping in his criticism of Trump. “Went too far,” he admitted, acknowledging his earlier assaults on the president. This contrition, however, proved fleeting, as his latest outburst reignited the feud.
The White House’s firm backing of Gor underscores a broader resistance to Musk’s influence. Gor’s role in shaping Trump’s team has been pivotal, and his clearance status was never in doubt, per official statements. Musk’s attempt to discredit him appears more personal than principled.
Vance’s defense of Gor further cements the adviser’s standing within Trump’s circle. By contrast, Musk’s public antics risk alienating allies who value loyalty over theatrics. His “snake” label, while catchy, lacks the substance to sway MAGA’s core.
The Musk-Trump fallout reveals a broader challenge for the America First movement: managing larger-than-life personalities.
Trump’s ability to shrug off Musk’s attacks with “no hard feelings” reflects a pragmatic approach to leadership. Yet, the lingering tension suggests unresolved fault lines within the coalition.
