A heated public feud between former President Donald Trump and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is escalating, and experts warn it might seriously impact U.S. space initiatives—both civilian and military. Their clash isn’t just personal; it could disrupt funding, partnerships, and even the timeline for key missions like NASA’s Artemis program or Pentagon contracts.

Editor’s Note: When two of the most influential figures in U.S. space ventures are at each other’s throats, it’s not just drama—it’s a risk to progress. SpaceX is a major player in NASA and Defense Department projects, and political tensions could slow down innovation or even shift how contracts are awarded. For a country racing to stay ahead in space, infighting like this could mean losing ground.