In a dramatic political fallout, Elon Musk has publicly denounced President Donald Trump’s flagship legislative initiative, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” igniting a fierce feud between the two former allies
The bill, which narrowly passed the House of Representatives on May 22, 2025, in a 215–214–1 vote, encompasses extensive tax cuts, spending reductions, and border security measures. However, it has faced criticism for its potential to add $2.6 trillion to the national debt and cause millions to lose Medicaid coverage by 2034 due to work requirement provisions
Musk, who had been a significant supporter of Trump’s 2024 campaign and served as the de facto head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), expressed his disapproval on his social media platform, X. He labeled the bill as a “massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill” and a “disgusting abomination,” urging Republicans to reject it
The public criticism marked a turning point in Musk and Trump’s relationship. Trump responded with personal attacks and threats to sever federal ties with Musk’s companies, including Tesla and SpaceX. In retaliation, Musk threatened to decommission SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, a key component of U.S. space efforts, though he later retracted this statement .The feud escalated further when Musk accused Trump of hiding incriminating information related to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and suggested the formation of a new political party. These developments have not only strained their personal relationship but also have significant political ramifications, potentially reshaping alliances and public discourse .
The controversy surrounding the bill and the ensuing fallout between Musk and Trump have drawn attention to the ideological divisions within the Republican Party and raised questions about the future of conservative economic policy. As the situation continues to unfold, it underscores the complexities of political alliances and the impact of personal dynamics on public policy.
