US President Donald Trump and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk share a strong relationship. Before taking office, Trump entrusted Musk with a significant responsibility, and after becoming president, he launched an initiative to keep the US ahead in the AI race. This plan included a $500 billion investment aimed at advancing AI capabilities, which reportedly upset Musk.
Trump’s program, developed with tech leaders like SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison, is called ‘Stargate.’ The initiative promises to create over 100,000 jobs and enhance America’s AI capabilities to compete with China’s growing tech influence.
Musk’s Displeasure: Musk, a close advisor to Trump, has expressed his displeasure with the project, criticizing it on the social media platform X. He questioned the feasibility of the initiative, suggesting that tech companies lack the necessary funds. Musk also pointed out that one of the key investors, SoftBank, has less than $10 billion in secured funds.
Controversy Surrounding the Project: Musk also directed a sharp critique at Sam Altman, with whom he co-founded OpenAI but is now engaged in a legal battle. Trump’s announcement of the project with much enthusiasm has now become controversial due to Musk’s objections.
Trump’s Response to Musk’s Criticism: In response to Musk’s criticisms, Trump assured the media that all concerns had been addressed. He speculated that Musk’s anger might be personal, adding, “I have no problem with it. The people involved in the deal are very smart.”
