Elon Musk just dropped a bombshell on Steve Bannon, suggesting the controversial political strategist’s days of freedom might be numbered after a newly surfaced photo tied him to the infamous Jeffrey Epstein.

This latest clash unfolded on Friday when Musk commented on a disturbing image from Epstein’s Manhattan townhouse, showing Bannon seated across from the disgraced financier, as part of a broader feud that’s been simmering for years.

The photo, believed to be from 2018 or 2019, emerged among a batch of images recovered from Epstein’s estate and released on Friday, painting a troubling picture of Bannon’s past associations during a period when he reportedly advised Epstein on media strategy.

Musk’s sharp jab at Bannon

Musk didn’t hold back, stating, “Only a matter of time before Bannon goes back to prison,” a pointed remark that’s reignited online debates about Bannon’s history and connections.

Let’s not pretend this is just friendly banter—Musk’s words carry weight, especially given Bannon’s recent four-month stint in a Connecticut federal prison from July to October 2024 for contempt of Congress related to the January 6 investigation.

That conviction, paired with a $6,500 fine, already marks Bannon as a lightning rod, and Musk seems eager to remind everyone of that baggage with this latest jab.

Epstein photo sparks public outrage

The Epstein photo itself is unsettling enough, but a framed image on Epstein’s desk—showing an obscured figure lying down—has social media buzzing with descriptions like “disturbing” and “vile.”

While Bannon hasn’t been accused of any wrongdoing tied to Epstein, the court of public opinion isn’t known for nuance, and this visual link is fanning flames of outrage.

Other images from the estate, including a mirror selfie of Epstein with Bannon and a shot of Woody Allen speaking to him on an unknown date, only deepen the scrutiny on who Epstein kept in his orbit.

Bannon and Musk’s bitter feud

This isn’t just about a photo—it’s personal, as Musk and Bannon have locked horns over everything from immigration policy to government spending and Musk’s federal contracts.

Bannon, a former chief strategist for Donald Trump in 2017, even reportedly vowed to push Musk out of Trump’s circle, once saying, “He is a truly evil guy, a very bad guy,” as part of his mission to diminish Musk’s influence.

That kind of rhetoric shows the bad blood runs deep, though tensions seem to have cooled somewhat since Musk stepped away from direct White House involvement.

Political players in Trump’s orbit

Despite the drama, both men remain heavyweights in conservative circles—Musk as a vocal Trump supporter since a summer 2024 assassination attempt on the former president, and later as co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency initiative.

Bannon, meanwhile, holds sway with his War Room podcast and a loyal pro-MAGA audience, undeterred by past legal battles or Musk’s barbs.

Yet, with photos like the one from 2017 showing Musk and Bannon together, it’s clear their paths have crossed plenty, making this feud a fascinating, if messy, clash of titans in Trump’s world.