U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted that tech billionaire Elon Musk could face deportation. Speaking to reporters in an informal media interaction, Trump said the Department for Government Performance may consider taking action if Musk’s activities “continue to raise concerns.”
The remark was caught on camera and shared via a video clip posted by Independent Urdu on X (formerly Twitter), in which Trump can be heard suggesting that deportation is “possible.”
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The statement has gained traction online and triggered widespread debate. While Elon Musk has not publicly responded, several American media outlets — including The Daily Beast and Politico — have reported on the growing feud between Trump and Musk, citing prior tensions over political commentary and government funding.
Legal experts say deporting a naturalized citizen like Musk is extremely unlikely without substantial legal grounds, such as proven fraud during his immigration process.
This is a developing story.
