A political clash few predicted has erupted between former allies Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Musk publicly criticized Trump’s infrastructure spending bill and announced his departure from the administration, prompting Trump to threaten Musk’s government contracts.

Their once-close relationship, bolstered by campaign donations and advisory roles, has soured dramatically. The feud escalated when Musk suggested Trump may be connected to Jeffrey Epstein, claiming, “Trump is in the Epstein files. That’s why they haven’t been made public.”

White House aides quickly scheduled a call with Musk to prevent further fallout, while Republican insiders worry the spat could have broader political consequences. Meanwhile, U.S.-Israel relations remain tense, with Israel assuring the White House it won’t act on Iran without Trump’s approval.

Elsewhere, Trump’s administration is tightening control over education, pausing federal grants to Harvard. Senate Democrats, reeling from their 2024 defeat, are turning to thought leaders like Ezra Klein and David Shor to reshape the party’s future.