Trump-Musk Feud Escalates Over $2 Trillion Spending Bill

Elon Musk has publicly criticized President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill," calling it a "disgusting abomination" that adds trillions to the national debt, sparking backlash from Trump's supporters who accuse Musk of betrayal. This feud has strained the previously close relationship between Musk and Trump, with White House advisers reportedly caught off guard and Trump himself losing patience over Musk's opposition, especially as the bill includes cuts to electric vehicle tax credits that affect Tesla. Musk, frustrated by his diminished political influence and Trump's recent decisions that did not favor his interests, has taken to social media urging opposition to the bill, despite having worked closely with the administration for months. Political analysts note that while Musk remains popular among Republicans, his stance puts him at odds with congressional leaders and complicates Trump's agenda. Some Trump supporters have even suggested the bill was designed to fail, reflecting growing disillusionment within Trump's base. The conflict highlights the limits of Musk's political power and the transactional nature of his alliance with Trump amid shifting priorities in the administration.