Trump has been accused of using his presidency to benefit Musk, including turning the White House into a Tesla showroom during a press event last month. The president said he would be buying a Tesla during the event. On Thursday, Trump said he didn’t get a special deal on the Tesla.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk, close confidantes since the President's run to the Oval Office, are said to be splitting ways with the Tesla billionaire set to step down from his role

US President Donald Trump told his aides and ministers that Elon Musk will soon leave his position as a management partner, Politico reports. According to the outlet, Trump is satisfied with Musk and his initiative to create the Department of Government Efficiency.