The New York Times reported that a revealing moment in the Oval Office shattered the relationship between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Musk's choice to lead NASA, Jared Isaacman, had previously donated to several Democrats, which prompted Trump's anger and a confrontation between the two. Despite a seemingly amicable meeting, underlying tensions came to a head as Trump disapproved of Musk's nominee. Following the incident, Musk criticized Trump's budget bill, further escalating the fallout between the billionaire business figures and solidifying the breakdown of their political alliance.
Moments before Trump bid farewell to Musk, he was handed a file showing that Jared Isaacman, Musk's choice to run NASA, had donated money to several high-profile Democrats in recent years.
Musk reportedly told Trump that hiring someone who had donated to Democrats could be good for him, emphasizing the value of diversity in political affiliations.
Trump expressed resentment towards Musk after pulling Isaacman's nomination, indicating a significant breakdown in their political alliance and Musk's criticisms of Trump's budget bill.
In his remarks, Trump noted his surprise at Musk's comments, underscoring the tension between their relationship and his discontent with Musk's social media critiques.
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