Edith Hejberg
Vance acknowledged the tension between Musk and the White House but expressed hope for a return to cooperation.
Vice President JD Vance has publicly encouraged Elon Musk to reconcile with President Donald Trump, calling their ongoing feud a “mistake.” Speaking to The Gateway Pundit,
A “Complicated Relationship” with the White House
Vance admitted he wasn’t sure if Musk would even take his call right now, joking about the billionaire’s “complicated relationship” with Trump’s administration in recent months.
Still, he insisted he would welcome Musk back into the fold.
Minor Disagreements, Major Stakes
Downplaying the rift, Vance dismissed the disputes as “minor, little disagreements” and stressed that true patriots should avoid undermining the president or the broader movement.
His comments suggest that political loyalty outweighs personal differences in his view.
Warning Against a Leftward Shift
Vance argued that Musk has no future in left-wing politics, even if he wanted to join. “That ship has sailed,” he said, urging Musk to stick with Trump rather than attempt a political realignment.
Hopes for a Midterm Reconciliation
Looking ahead, Vance said he hopes the tension will “cool down” by the midterm elections, restoring what he described as a more normal working relationship between Trump and Musk.
Musk’s Exit from Government Efficiency Role
Musk left his position as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in May.
His ambitious spending cut target shrank from $2 trillion to $1 trillion, and finally to $150 billion, as he faced significant resistance inside government.
The Dispute Over Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”
The feud escalated after Musk criticised Trump’s sweeping domestic policy package, calling the “pork-filled Congressional spending bill” a “disgusting abomination.” Trump responded with open disappointment over Musk’s public attacks.
Musk’s Debt Warning Rekindles the Fight
Weeks after the row appeared to fade, Musk reignited it by claiming the bill would “bankrupt America” and add up to $4.5 billion to the national debt.
His blunt warning reignited hostilities between the two figures.
Trump’s Stinging Social Media Response
Trump hit back on Truth Social, accusing Musk of being the biggest subsidy recipient “in history.” He suggested Musk’s businesses might collapse without government support, adding that the U.S. could save “a fortune” if it stopped funding his ventures.
The Political Stakes Going Forward
For Vance, the spat between Musk and Trump is more than a personality clash, it’s a potential fracture in a high-profile political alliance.
Whether the two reconcile before the midterms may shape not only their personal rapport but also the political landscape heading into 2026.
