Elon Musk Criticizes House Spending Bill

The recent collapse of a massive, pork-laden spending bill in the House has been attributed to significant public opposition, including strong statements from Elon Musk. Senator Eric Schmitt criticized the bill as wasteful and emphasized the need for a regular appropriations process, while Musk called for lawmakers to reject the measure, warning that those who support it risk losing their seats. As a co-head of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, Musk is working with Vivek Ramaswamy to propose substantial budget cuts and reforms, aiming to eliminate $2 trillion in wasteful spending annually. The proposed bill included controversial provisions, such as a pay increase for Congress members and changes to their health insurance plans. With a looming deadline for government funding, Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged the challenges of securing consensus among a slim Republican majority and a Democratic-controlled Senate. The pushback from Musk and Trump allies reflects growing tensions within the Republican Party regarding fiscal policy and government spending.