Elon Musk escalated his feud with former President Donald Trump by publicly alleging that Trump’s name appears in classified files related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Musk claimed on his social platform X
that this is the real reason why the Epstein files remain sealed and hidden from public view, dubbing it his “really big bomb.” His accusation suggests that Trump's involvement in Epstein-related controversies could severely damage his political standing and legacy.
The feud followed disputes over Trump’s so-called “big, beautiful bill” which Musk criticized strongly, leading to a bitter public spat between the two. Trump’s team did not provide evidence countering Musk’s claims but dismissed Musk’s remarks as politically motivated attacks amid tense legislative battles.
This bombshell comes as Epstein's shadow continues to haunt political and public figures, and possibly contributed to escalating controversies that plagued Trump’s later term. Musk’s accusations stirred significant media attention, reinforcing narratives of hidden scandals that have ramifications for political futures.