Musk left his post as head of Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) when his special government employee contract ended May 30. While it was initially said that he would continue on in an advisory role, his fierce criticism of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" made the departure seem much more final.

Rep. Andy Harris, chair of the ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus, reiterated his threat that hardline Republicans will tank a key procedural vote on Trump's mega bill and stop the legislation’s progress dead in its tracks. The vote is expected within the hour, but could slide later.

Musk Launches "America Party" Amidst Trump Feud and Epstein Troll Tech billionaire Elon Musk reignited his public feud with President Trump on Monday, directly challenging the administration over the lack of arrests in the Jeffrey Epstein case.