Musk Ramps Up Criticism of Trump Budget Bill

Elon Musk has sharply criticized Donald Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' labeling it a 'disgusting abomination' and warning it could increase the U.S. deficit by $2.5 trillion. Musk, no longer an administration adviser, has called for voters to remove politicians who support the bill, marking a significant shift from his previous stance. The legislation extends Trump-era tax cuts, boosts defense and border security spending, and cuts social programs, sparking opposition from both conservatives and progressives, with some Democrats and Republicans expressing concern for vulnerable Americans. House Speaker Mike Johnson and the White House continue to defend the bill, citing tax relief and national security. The unusual coalition of critics now unites some progressives with Musk. The bill's outcome is uncertain, as Trump is personally lobbying the Senate amid a narrow margin.