The pair’s most powerful media allies at Fox News — the most-watched cable news network on the planet, often viewed as a clearinghouse for the MAGA agenda — seemed to have a little difficulty with the breakup.

"Guys will sometimes punch you in the face, and the next night you're having a beer. Sleep with your girlfriend, and you patch things up. Not your wife, your girlfriend!" — Fox News host Jesse Watters on Elon and Trump.

Elon Musk became the first lieutenant to break ranks following his departure from the inner circle of the West Wing. Musk's official title as a special government advisor means th