Musk Goes NUCLEAR After Trump Feud

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Elon Musk, after a bitter feud with President Trump, now unleashes massive funding to shield Republicans from a radical left takeover in the 2026 midterms.

Story Highlights

Musk issues large checks to GOP House and Senate campaigns in December 2025, pledging more through 2026.
Reconciliation follows public spat where Musk threatened “America Party” and primary challenges against Republicans.
Builds on Musk’s record $291.5 million in 2024 donations that powered Trump’s victory and GOP trifecta.
Provides critical boost to fragile Republican majorities facing tight races with no polling lead.

From Feud to Full Support

Elon Musk donates substantial sums directly to Republican House and Senate campaigns for the 2026 midterms. Reports from December 16 confirm Musk cut large checks through aide Jared Birchall. This marks a sharp pivot after Musk departed his Department of Government Efficiency role in early 2025 amid tensions. Republicans hail the move as a major financial and energetic lift for vulnerable seats. GOP insiders see it reinforcing President Trump’s congressional control against Democrat regain attempts.

Timeline of Reconciliation

Musk and Trump reconcile at the September 2025 Charlie Kirk memorial service where Musk expresses regret over past comments. In November 2025, Musk dines with Vice President JD Vance, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Taylor Budowich, and Birchall. By mid-December, Musk abandons third-party threats and channels funds through party organizations and super PACs. On January 1, 2026, Musk posts on X warning “America is toast if the radical left wins” alongside a White House clip with Trump. Exact donation amounts await January filings.

Strategic Boost for GOP Midterms

GOP holds narrow majorities in Congress post-2024 trifecta, facing backlash risks in 2026. Musk’s involvement bolsters finances for ads and outreach in razor-thin races where polls show no party advantage. Unlike 2024’s America PAC focus, these target congressional races directly. Democrats confront funding gaps as Musk cements status as GOP kingmaker. His platform X amplifies conservative messaging against perceived radical left overreach on immigration and regulation.

Short-term gains enhance Trump agenda execution while long-term shifts could shape tech deregulation and border policies. Republicans view Musk’s energy as echoing his 2024 impact that dwarfed other donors.

Key Players and Motivations

Musk seeks business deregulation and counters leftwing policies on immigration and fraud, now aligned post-feud. Trump leverages funds to retain power; Vance acts as key bridge via the November dinner. Birchall executes donations discreetly. GOP super PACs benefit in competitive districts. This unity sidelines third-party risks and tilts battlegrounds, mirroring Musk’s precedent-setting 2024 spend that secured victories.