Elon Musk Accuses Trump of Connection to Epstein After DOGE Suspension

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk ignited a firestorm of speculation and debate Thursday following a bold allegation against President Donald Trump, claiming on social media that the former president is implicated in the infamous Jeffrey Epstein files. “@RealDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files,” Musk announced on X, previously known as Twitter. “That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!”

The post immediately prompted widespread attention, with Musk doubling down shortly after by urging followers to “mark this post for the future” and insisting, “The truth will come out.” The pointed remarks were levied during a public exchange with Trump, capping off days of escalating back-and-forth between two of the nation’s most high-profile figures. The salvos also coincided with the run-up to a highly anticipated White House press event, stoking further public intrigue about possible revelations yet to come.

Responding to Musk's stunning claim, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt attempted to downplay the allegations, attributing Musk’s comments to his frustration with recent legislation under consideration. “This is an unfortunate episode from Elon, who is unhappy with the One Big Beautiful Bill because it does not include the policies he wanted,” Leavitt said. “The President is focused on passing this historic piece of legislation and making our country great again.”

According to administration officials, Trump’s connections to Epstein have long been the subject of public discussion. The White House cited previous occasions where Trump reportedly distanced himself from Epstein, including reports that he barred the financier from his Palm Beach Golf Club. Officials also noted that the latest batch of Epstein-related documents, released in recent months, included Trump’s name but did not contain new or incriminating information.

Despite official attempts to quell speculation, Musk’s allegations reignited debate across social media about the full contents of the so-called Epstein files—a trove of evidence, flight logs, and contact lists tied to the late financier’s criminal network. The matter remains a flashpoint, as some advocates argue that key client lists and materials have still not been fully disclosed to the public.

President Trump did not remain silent. Within hours, he took to his own social platform, Truth Social, to address the issue. “I don’t mind Elon turning against me, but he should have done so months ago. This is one of the Greatest Bills ever presented to Congress,” Trump asserted, focusing on what he characterized as a landmark budget reform bill. He pivoted to legislative priorities, touting the bill as a “Record Cut in Expenses, $1.6 Trillion Dollars, and the Biggest Tax Cut ever given.” Trump concluded by reiterating his commitment to what he calls putting the country “on a Path of Greatness.”

The president also fired back personally at Musk, stating, “Elon was ‘wearing thin,’ I asked him to leave, I took away his EV Mandate that forced everyone to buy Electric Cars that nobody else wanted… and he just went CRAZY!” The remarks underscored worsening relations between the two men after a period of apparent political collaboration.

Musk’s claims surfaced only months after authorities released new documents tied to the Epstein case. In February, Attorney General Pam Bondi demanded the full release of the Epstein file, lamenting delays at the FBI. While some records—including flight logs, contact books, and redacted lists—have become public, significant portions, such as an alleged client list, have yet to be disclosed.

Notably, the released files have contained the names of many prominent individuals, not all of whom have been accused of wrongdoing. Some, like Ghislaine Maxwell; Prince Andrew; and modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel, have faced legal scrutiny or allegations, though denials and legal challenges continue to play out. Maxwell is currently appealing her conviction while serving a federal sentence, with her earliest release not expected until 2037.

The Epstein scandal remains a deeply controversial and politically sensitive topic. Epstein, Maxwell, and alleged co-conspirators are accused in lawsuits and police documents of recruiting underage girls and young women between 1996 and Epstein's death in 2019 for illegal activities. The steady leak of files and the current war of words between Musk and Trump have fueled renewed calls from the public and advocates for complete transparency concerning the case.

This is a developing story. Updates will follow as more details emerge.