Elon Musk has issued a rare public apology, expressing regret over a series of heated social media posts targeting former U.S. President Donald Trump. The billionaire tech mogul admitted his comments “went too far,” signaling a dramatic reversal after days of escalating online exchanges.

The conflict began when Musk accused Trump of suppressing files related to Jeffrey Epstein, called for his impeachment, and criticized his economic policies as a threat to the U.S. economy. Musk had also claimed partial credit for Trump’s 2024 election victory, fueling tensions between the two influential figures.

In a recent post, Musk said he regretted his words and confirmed that he had deleted several of the more inflammatory remarks. The move appears to be an attempt to de-escalate hostilities, particularly as political and civil unrest in cities like Los Angeles brings increased public scrutiny.