"Such ingratitude": Musk was the top Republican donor in 2024

Elon Musk, despite claiming he would reduce political spending, has become the largest billionaire donor to Republicans in the 2024 election cycle. His contributions overwhelmingly favored Donald Trump's campaign. Musk's substantial donations hold significant potential influence on future political outcomes. The feud between Musk and Trump erupted publicly on social media. Musk initially claimed credit for Trump's 2024 victory, later expressing disappointment with Trump's actions. Musk's criticism centers around Trump's signature bill, which Musk views as fiscally irresponsible. He publicly urged his followers to oppose the bill. Other major Republican donors include Timothy Mellon and Miriam Adelson. Musk's contributions totaled around $295 million to Republicans in 2024, primarily supporting Trump. The shift from a seemingly positive relationship to a bitter public dispute highlights the volatile nature of their political alliance.