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IOL News
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
The Doge monster that Musk bred may soon be set on him as his fallout with Trump unfolds
GET HIM! "Doge is the monster that might have to go back and eat Elon (Musk)." That is what his former friend US President Donald Trump posted on social media as their fallout unfolded. The gift that keeps on giving that is tech billionaire Elon Musk continued to 'entertain' the masses around the globe this week. And now following the passing of his former bestie's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' – central to the end of his bromance with US President Donald Trump – things are bound to get more interesting. What's more, the American gubernatorial and state elections season is around the corner. One social media user joked that the two billionaires should grow up and stop arguing 'nonstop over the smallest things – and the whole world ends up knowing about it'. But the 'smallest things' are also 'big, beautiful' and expensive – or 'insane' – things with a potential to disrupt the already chaotic American politics and global trade. The very public and nasty feuding between the two previously inseparable "best friends forever" may be providing us all with free entertainment, but we must remember that it's the grass that suffers when elephants fight. Unfortunately, all we can do is watch this soap opera whose most recent episodes involved Musk threatening to start a national political party to rival the Democrat-Republican 'uniparty' while Trump cautioned that he could set the Doge 'monster' on him and his electric car company. "Doge is the monster that might have to go back and eat Elon," Trump said in a social media post. I can't wait for that episode of this free reality show a social media user likened to a daily streaming of 'How Billionaires Argue'. But what would be more interesting for us stuck in beautiful but boring Mzansi would be to see our prodigal son deported back home. And that is not beyond Trump. The two billionaires are neck-and-neck at the moment. Trump is still ruling the roost from the White House, while Musk seems to be playing his political cards well, using some valuable experience gained while supporting his old friend to the tune of over $200bn in last year's election race. But starting a new political party is not child's play, even for billionaires. But expect some more terrible, horrible things to follow between these two in the coming days and months. Let's all just watch this tragicomedy – from a safe distance.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
'Over a billion supporters': Why the Chinese supporting 'brother' Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is receiving a surge of support from Chinese social media users amid his intensifying spat with former U.S. President Donald Trump over the recently passed 'One Big Beautiful Bill.' According to The Guardian, shortly after the U.S. Senate approved the bill, the hashtag #MuskWantsToBuildAnAmericaParty exploded on China's microblogging platform Weibo, amassing more than 37 million views. Musk had earlier stated that if the Senate passed the legislation, he would establish a new political entity — the 'America Party.' What Weibo Users Are Saying About Musk vs Trump One Weibo user, quoted by The Guardian, wrote: 'If Elon Musk were to create a political party, his tech-savvy vision could bring fresh momentum into American politics. It's a change worth watching.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Shije fantastike Fanta Reklame nga | Fanta Undo Another chimed in with: 'Brother Musk, you've got over a billion people backing you on our side.' Live Events A third added: 'When you've had enough, you don't have to keep tolerating it.' Some users mocked the public feud between the two billionaires. 'Every day, Musk is basically live-streaming 'How Billionaires Argue,'' joked one commenter. 'These two grown men keep bickering over petty things — and the whole world watches,' said another. The Trump-Musk Clash Heats Up The rift deepened after Musk declared he would launch the 'America Party' if the Senate passed the controversial bill. Trump responded with sharp criticism, suggesting Musk should be deported and accusing him of receiving more government subsidies than any individual in U.S. history. 'Our country would save a FORTUNE,' Trump posted on Truth Social. 'Maybe we should have DOGE take a serious look at this. BIG MONEY TO BE SAVED!!!' Musk responded on X (formerly Twitter), writing: 'So tempting to escalate this. So, so tempting. But I will refrain for now.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
‘Brother Musk, you've got over a billion…', Support messages from Chinese for Tesla CEO Elon Musk flood Weibo
Several social media users in China have come in support of Tesla CEO Elon Musk amid the ongoing feud with President Donald Trump over the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'. According to a report by The Guardian, hours after the US Senate passed the bill, the hashtag #MuskWantsToBuildAnAmericaParty went viral on Chinese microblogging platform Weibo, garnering over 37 million views. Musk has previously said that if the Senate passed the One Big Beautiful Bill , he will found a new political party. What Chinese social media users are saying about Musk-Trump fight 'If Elon Musk were to found a political party, his tech-driven mindset could inject fresh energy into politics. The potential for change is significant – and worth watching,' wrote one Weibo user as quoted in The Guardian report. Another user wrote: 'Brother Musk, you've got over a billion people on our side backing you.' 'When you've had enough, there's no need to keep putting up with it,' wrote a third. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo While other users commented that Trump and Musk should grow up. One user joked saying 'Every day, Musk is basically live-streaming 'How Billionaires Argue''. 'These two grown men argue nonstop over the smallest things – and the whole world ends up knowing about it,' said another user. Elon Musk-Donald Trump renewed tension Tensions between the two escalated after Musk said that if the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' is passed in the Senate, he will immediately move forward with launching a new political party called the 'America Party.' Trump hit back with 'deport Elon Musk' remarks, accusing Elon Musk of benefiting more from government subsidies than any individual in US history. Trump argued that without this taxpayer-funded support, Musk would be unable to continue manufacturing electric cars, launching rockets, or operating satellite services. Trump wrote, 'Our Country would save a FORTUNE', adding 'Perhaps we should have DOGE take a good, hard, look at this? BIG MONEY TO BE SAVED!!!'. Responding to Trump, Musk wrote on X: 'So tempting to escalate this. So, so tempting. But I will refrain for now'. Apple's "NEW" Features... That Android Had YEARS Ago! (Finally, Apple!)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
China cheers as Elon Musk turns against Donald Trump & hints at launching America Party after Senate Bill sparks outrage
Elon Musk's public fallout with Donald Trump is drawing major attention on Chinese social media, where users are watching the political drama unfold with growing fascination. Musk's announcement that he may launch a new political group, the "America Party", if Trump's tax and spending bill passed the Senate, became a viral topic across platforms. The bill did pass—and the online response in China was swift and loud. China's social media rallies behind Musk Within hours of the U.S. Senate approving Trump's $3.3 trillion tax and spending plan—an initiative Musk had strongly opposed—the hashtag #MuskWantsToBuildAnAmericaParty gained momentum on Weibo, China's equivalent of Musk's own X platform. The tag received more than 37 million views. BREAKING: Odds of Elon Musk creating a new political party in 2025 surge to 41% The spike comes after Elon proposed forming the "America Party."Is it time for another choice in America? One user commented, 'If Elon Musk were to found a political party, his tech-driven mindset could inject fresh energy into politics.' Another user said simply, 'When you've had enough, there's no need to keep putting up with it.' A third summed up the collective sentiment: 'Brother Musk, you've got over a billion people on our side backing you.' Why Musk is a popular figure in China Elon Musk enjoys broad admiration in China due to his business achievements and ties with the country. Tesla remains the only major western carmaker that competes closely with domestic brands in China. Its Shanghai factory is the company's largest by output. Musk also maintains a close relationship with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, and his mother, Maye Musk, has become a well-known online figure in China herself. Musk's popularity fits a broader pattern—Chinese readers have historically shown strong interest in American tech leaders, as seen in Walter Isaacson's biographies of both Steve Jobs and Musk, which became bestsellers in China. Trump's image and China's unfiltered online reactions While Musk gains respect, Donald Trump is widely seen in China as unpredictable and confrontational, especially given his role in escalating U.S.–China trade tensions. The ongoing spat between Musk and Trump has also provided material for humor and commentary online. One Weibo user wrote, 'These two grown men argue nonstop over the smallest things – and the whole world ends up knowing about it.' Another joked, 'Every day, Musk is basically live-streaming 'How Billionaires Argue'.' Surprisingly, these discussions have been left untouched by Chinese censors, suggesting that authorities may see value in highlighting perceived instability within U.S. politics. Chinese users are watching Musk and Trump's rift closely, finding both humor and political opportunity in the American divide.
