After months of heated social media exchanges and public tension, Elon Musk and Donald Trump have quietly found common ground.
Their high-profile summer feud, sparked by Epstein-related allegations, seemed to put a major strain on their relationship—but recent events in Washington, D.C., suggest that the billionaire and the former president are back on friendly terms.
A Star-Studded Dinner Signals a Reconnection
Musk attended an exclusive candlelit dinner on Monday honoring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is visiting the U.S. on a state trip.
The event attracted some of the world’s most influential figures, including Apple CEO Tim Cook, NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang, and soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, alongside key Cabinet officials.
During the dinner, Musk and Trump shared a warm, unmistakably paternal interaction when the former president greeted the Tesla CEO with a friendly tap on the stomach.
Observers on social media couldn’t resist commenting, with pundit Nick Sortor noting, “The bros are back together.”
From Public Feud to Private Reconciliation
The tension between Musk and Trump reached its peak after Musk left his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
In the fallout, Musk accused Trump of having connections to government files on the late Jeffrey Epstein, leading to months of online antagonism.
Eventually, Musk admitted he had “gone too far” with his social media posts about the president.
After leaving Washington for several months, Musk had not been publicly seen in the capital until Monday’s dinner, marking a symbolic return and the beginning of their public reconciliation.
More Smiles at the US-Saudi Investment Forum
The warmth between Musk and Trump didn’t stop at dinner.
The pair were also seen chatting and laughing at the US-Saudi Investment Forum at the Kennedy Center on Wednesday, further signaling that the feud has cooled.
Musk’s Abandoned Political Ambitions
The reconciliation coincides with Musk quietly shelving his attempt to launch a third major political party in the U.S.
Earlier this summer, he announced the formation of the “America Party,” positioning it as an alternative to the entrenched Democrat-Republican “uniparty.”
Sources familiar with Musk’s plans told the New York Times that he underestimated the complexity and cost of establishing a third political party.
Advisors were reportedly concerned about the implications of taking on such a Herculean task in a Trump-dominated political landscape.
Failed Recruitment Efforts
Jamie LaBranche, a Louisiana Senate candidate, reportedly reached out to Musk’s team seeking to run on the America Party ticket. Despite his enthusiasm, he was ultimately turned down.
A response from someone identifying as Musk’s lawyer later confirmed that the party would not move forward.
Though Musk has not formally announced the end of the America Party, all signs point to the effort being on hold indefinitely.
Musk’s Political Return
Musk is expected to attend a reunion for the Department of Government Efficiency in Austin, Texas, this coming weekend.
The two-day event, set at a luxury hotel Musk frequently uses, will feature dinners and potential tours of his SpaceX and Boring Company facilities.
Looking ahead, sources told the Times that Musk is considering returning to political influence by supporting Republican candidates in next year’s midterm elections.
His $300 million backing of Trump’s previous campaigns underscores that his political ambitions are far from over—this may just be the beginning.
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