The longstanding rivalry between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos has escalated following a recent tweet by Musk targeting Bezos. Musk claimed Bezos had advised investors to divest from Tesla and SpaceX stocks before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, predicting Donald Trump’s defeat. Musk shared this on his platform, X (formerly Twitter), with apparent amusement over the misjudgment as Trump ultimately won reelection.
This adds to their history of competition in various fields, particularly space exploration. Musk’s SpaceX has overshadowed Bezos’ Blue Origin in securing major contracts, deepening tensions. Bezos recently congratulated Trump on his political comeback, a move interpreted by some as an attempt to align with the new administration and secure favorable conditions for his ventures.
Neither Musk nor Bezos has directly addressed the allegations or provided further clarity, leaving room for speculation about their rivalry’s next chapter and its broader implications in the tech and aerospace industries.
