President Trump has threatened to cut off Elon Musk’s federal contracts. This shows his tendency to use government power for personal revenge against those who cross him. Critics argue that this proves Trump views the government as a tool for rewarding allies and punishing adversaries.

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk don't seem to be buddies anymore. Trump on Thursday suggested cancelling Musk's government contracts, saying in a Truth Social post that it would be the "easiest way to save money in our Budget.

The broken alliance between the president and the world's richest man could threaten Musk's lucrative pending – and future – federal subsidies.