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Trump Blasts Elon Musk as “Crazy,” Threatens to Cut Billions in Contracts


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A bitter political clash exploded between President Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk “CRAZY” and vowing to end billions in federal contracts for Tesla, SpaceX, and other Musk-run ventures. The feud stems from Musk’s opposition to Trump’s massive budget bill, which slashes electric vehicle credits. Musk retaliated with accusations, including a shocking Epstein-related claim and calls for Trump’s impeachment. Tesla shares plummeted as tensions rose, threatening Musk’s extensive federal ties.

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In this episode titled “Trump Blasts Elon Musk as ‘Crazy,’ Threatens to Cut Billions in Government Contracts,” host Todd Cochrane begins by discussing a heated political clash between President Trump and Elon Musk. The dispute arises from Trump labeling Musk as “crazy” and threatening to terminate billions in federal contracts related to Tesla, SpaceX, and Musk’s other ventures due to Musk’s opposition to Trump’s substantial budget bill, which aimed to cut electric vehicle credits.

Cochrane reflects on the predictability of the situation, noting the contentious relationship that stems from cuts affecting funding for electric vehicles, which Musk has campaigned against. While outlining the implications of the feud, he notes the rising tensions and their impact on Tesla’s stock, emphasizing that Musk is uncompromising in his stance on efficiency and government spending.

Throughout the episode, Cochrane provides commentary on various political and financial issues linked to the feud, suggesting that the extreme personalities of both Trump and Musk make their conflict particularly explosive. He emphasizes that this clash has brought significant public attention to the ongoing budget issues, hinting that the inefficiencies in government spending need to be addressed.

Continuing, Cochrane welcomes listeners to the show and encourages them to support Geek News Central, promoting exclusive offers from their sponsor, GoDaddy. He provides updates on his busy week, discussing recording and editing efforts for his various podcasts, while also expressing concerns about unusual spikes in website traffic that may indicate suspicious activity.

As the episode progresses, Cochrane reviews additional news stories, including reports on a ship abandoned after electric car batteries onboard caught fire, Apple’s massive sales figures, and developments in self-driving taxi services by Waymo. He further discusses the rise in cyber threats, including ransomware attacks, and encourages listeners to be vigilant about cybersecurity.

The episode covers various technological advancements, including updates on AirPods. It features trending stories around companies like Tesla and Amazon, concluding with remarks on data privacy, seatbelt technology from Volvo, and the impacts of planned tariffs on smartphone growth.

Cochrane concludes the episode by reminding listeners of ways to support the podcast and encouraging them to tune in for future episodes. He thanks the audience for their dedication and encourages them to subscribe to his YouTube channel for more content. The episode concludes on a note of anticipation for future developments between Trump and Musk, alongside general insights into the tech industry and the broader political landscape.

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