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Elon Musk Critiques Trump’s Controversial Tax and Spending Bill
In a dramatic turn of events, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has publicly denounced President Donald Trump’s signature tax and spending legislation, labeling it a "disgusting abomination." The controversial bill, which encompasses multi-trillion-dollar tax cuts and an increase in defense spending, was approved by the House of Representatives in May 2025.
Musk expressed his discontent in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "Shame on those who voted for it." This marks Musk’s first significant criticism of Trump since his abrupt departure from the administration just last week after a 129-day stint aimed at cost-cutting with his team, known as Doge.
Previously, Musk had termed the legislation "disappointing." Following his exit on May 31, Trump assured supporters that Musk "will always be with us, helping all the way.” However, the current iteration of what Trump proudly refers to as the "big beautiful bill" is forecasted to inflate the budget deficit by approximately $600 billion (£444 billion) in the upcoming fiscal year.
In a series of candid updates on X, Musk warned that the “pork-filled,” overspending proposal would exacerbate an already staggering budget deficit, potentially reaching $2.5 trillion, and impose substantial debt burdens on American citizens. In political parlance, "pork" denotes expenditures aimed at benefiting specific constituencies.
In another post, Musk issued a stark political ultimatum: “In November, we fire all politicians who betrayed the American people.” His comments have sparked broader tensions within the Republican Party, as various factions oppose the bill’s provisions.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed Musk’s remarks shortly after, affirming that "the President already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill," while reaffirming its importance. The legislation also seeks to extend tax cuts established during Trump’s first term in 2017 and significantly boost funding for military initiatives and immigration enforcement.
Additionally, the bill proposes raising the federal borrowing limit, or debt ceiling, to $4 trillion. This has led to rising objections, with Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) expressing his reluctance to support the bill if the debt ceiling provision remains included. Paul warned, “The GOP will own the debt once they vote for this.”
Musk’s criticism triggered a wave of backlash from Republican lawmakers. Senate Majority Leader John Thune noted that the party intends to proceed "full speed ahead," while House Speaker Mike Johnson publicly disagreed with Musk’s assessment, citing their recent phone conversation where they discussed the bill’s implications.
Musk reportedly had concerns about air traffic control regulatory issues at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), preferring to see the system managed via his Starlink satellite network—a request that was denied due to potential conflict of interest concerns.
Despite previously criticizing Musk, some Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, are seizing this moment to highlight the bill’s flaws. Schumer remarked, "Even Elon Musk, who’s been part of the whole process, and is one of Trump’s buddies, said the bill is bad; that speaks volumes."
As Congress moves closer to a July 4 deadline for the bill’s passage, tensions within both parties continue to rise, reflecting deepening divisions over fiscal policy and government spending. In an attempt to appease fiscally conservative lawmakers, Trump is also advocating for a plan that would reduce current spending by $9 billion, reportedly based on suggestions from Musk’s Doge team.
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