Elon Musk Accuses Key Trump Ally Of ‘Leaking’ To Media In ‘Massive Blowout’: Report

Tensions are reportedly running high within President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team after Elon Musk clashed publicly with Boris Epshteyn, one of Trump’s closest allies in what sources called a “massive blowout” over key Cabinet appointments.

According to three sources cited by Axios, the dispute reached a boiling point during a dinner at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club last week during which Musk accused Epshteyn of leaking sensitive details about the transition process, including potential personnel picks.

“You don’t know what you’re talking about,” Epshteyn reportedly fired back during the heated exchange.

The altercation highlights a power struggle as Musk, a newcomer to Trump’s inner circle, increasingly advocates for his preferred candidates. Musk has reportedly criticized Epshteyn’s influence in selecting Justice Department nominees, including Matt Gaetz for attorney general.

Musk is lobbying for Howard Lutnick, co-chair of Trump’s transition team, as Treasury secretary, over Wall Street veteran Scott Bessent.

Despite the friction, Musk maintains considerable support among Trump’s family and allies. Vice President-elect JD Vance, commentator Tucker Carlson, and Trump’s sons reportedly value Musk’s input.

However, the tech billionaire’s growing role in the transition has rankled longtime Trump loyalists, who view him as overstepping boundaries. Epshteyn, who played a pivotal role in Trump’s legal defense during recent criminal cases, remains a key influence in shaping the administration.

Musk did not comment on the matter, and Epshteyn referred Axios to the Trump transition team for comment.