Trump Says Musk Will Face ‘Very Serious Consequences’ If He Backs Democrats

Following a public feud this week, the president warned his one time political ally against supporting Democrats in upcoming elections.

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 30: Tesla CEO Elon Musk listens as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on May 30, 2025 in Washington, DC. Musk, who served as an adviser to Trump and led the Department of Government Efficiency, announced he would leave his role the Trump administration to refocus on his businesses. Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images

President Donald Trump on June 7 warned that Elon Musk could face “serious consequences” if he decides to back Democratic political candidates in upcoming elections.

While Musk campaigned for Trump’s 2024 presidential run and was a key member in the Trump administration’s fight against fraud and waste, the two were involved in a public spat this week, apparently fueled by their disagreements over Trump’s budget priorities in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.