This week, Trump has said Musk would have to "close up shop and head back home to South Africa" if he halted government subsidies to his companies, and then later added that his administration would "have to take a look" at deporting Musk.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk appeared to kiss the ring of President Donald Trump on Wednesday after he renewed his criticism against the president’s “big, beautiful bill” this week.

President Donald Trump on Tuesday did not rule out deporting his former top ally Elon Musk over his criticism of his “big, beautiful bill” as their once-close relationship continues to go downhill. Related: This Reporter's Reaction To Donald Trump Talking About The Declaration Of Independence Is Going Viral