Trump and Musk’s Feud Sparks Market Meltdown as Crypto, Stocks Plunge

Wall Street’s reliance on hype has been exposed. A public feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk sent shockwaves through the market, causing losses across cryptocurrencies, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and stocks tied to both men. The dramatic fallout, which unfolded in less than 24 hours, resulted in billions of dollars wiped off trading volume. Stock values linked to their brands plummeted as retail investors panicked, with no warnings or speeches from either party.