DeSantis Backs Musk as Trump-Musk Feud Splits Republican Party

A public feud between President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk has escalated tensions within the Republican Party, particularly over Trump's major legislative initiative, the "One Big Beautiful Bill," which Musk has vehemently criticized as fiscally irresponsible and wasteful. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has sided with Musk, praising his efforts to cut government spending through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and condemning the GOP megabill as a betrayal of voters. DeSantis’ political committee launched a fundraising campaign supporting Musk’s stance, highlighting divisions among Republicans and sparking concern among MAGA supporters. Meanwhile, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and some Democrats are cautious about aligning with Musk despite his break from Trump, focusing instead on opposing the GOP tax bill. The split has prompted political figures like Rep. Ro Khanna to urge Democrats to consider engaging with Musk, while others warn of Musk's polarizing reputation. The feud reflects deeper policy disagreements within the GOP that could influence upcoming elections and legislative outcomes.