Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Called To Task For Sidestepping Epstein Claims After Musk's Allegation Against Trump

The camaraderie between tech magnate Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump seems to have disintegrated dramatically, captivating public attention this week. The unfolding saga escalated Thursday when Musk disclosed a startling claim on his social media platform X, stating, “Time to drop the really big bomb. [Trump] is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public.” He further ominously noted, “Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out.”In response, Trump retaliated on Truth Social, suggesting Musk had overstayed his welcome and threatening to cut his government subsidies. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt characterized Musk's allegation as “an unfortunate episode,” highlighting his dissatisfaction with the president's significant legislative bill. Meanwhile, public reactions varied widely, with some incredulous about Musk's assertions and others critiquing Leavitt's response.