Trump and Musk confirm fallout with sharp rebukes: Without me, he would have lost the election'
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During a significant meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the absence of Elon Musk was notable after his recent criticisms of Trump's tax plan. This criticism overshadowed the cordial meeting, where Trump expressed disappointment towards Musk, claiming the billionaire misunderstood the tax policy that he had previously supported. Musk vehemently disputed Trump's assertion, stating he had never seen the bill. The exchange amplified the ongoing tension between Musk, the tech industry, and governmental policy-making.
Trump expressed surprise and disappointment over Musk's criticisms of the proposed tax plan, which he labeled as a 'disgusting abomination.' He pointed out that Musk was aware of the bill's contents.
Musk directly challenged Trump's assertion, stating on his social media platform that he had never seen the bill and criticized its rapid passage through Congress.
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