Trump considers selling his Tesla amid dispute with Elon Musk
United States President Donald Trump and Elon Musk were up until recently best of friends but have since parted ways following Trump's proposed 'Big, Beautiful Bill'.
It seems Mr Trump and Mr Musk's friendship has collapsed in spectacular fashion, leading to an online dispute between the two.
The US President is even thought to be considering selling his Tesla as the pair's public spat deepens.
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