Musk attacked Trump directly over his signature spending bill for the first time Thursday, sparking an explosive back-and-forth.

How should a corporate board respond to a CEO publicly insulting and shaming a sitting president? It’s not a question that most need to consider, since few chief executives dare to directly criticize the White House.

Donald Trump has seemingly ended his relationship with Elon Musk, stating he has no intention of speaking with him. Trump warned Musk about potential consequences if he supports Democratic candidates in the 2026 midterms,