Musk Criticizes Trump’s Tax Bill | Elon Musk News
Elon Musk blasts Trump’s tax and spending bill, calling it a ”revolting abomination” on X.The tech mogul’s strong words come after he left his post as head of the Department of government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk’s primary concern is that the bill massively hikes the budget deficit and increases the national debt, a sentiment echoed by many. Secondary keywords describe the bill as including tax breaks and boosts to defense spending, and it awaits Senate approval. House Speaker Mike Johnson and the White House quickly countered Musk’s statements. News Directory 3 is keeping a close eye on the bill’s progress. Discover what’s next regarding the Senate’s debate and vote?
Elon Musk Slams Trump’s Tax and Spending Bill as “Disgusting Abomination”
Updated June 03, 2025
Elon Musk has strongly criticized Donald Trump’s proposed tax and spending bill, labeling it a “disgusting abomination” in a post on X. The tech entrepreneur’s sharp rebuke of the president’s key policy initiative comes shortly after musk’s departure from his role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
The contested bill, which passed in May, features notable tax breaks, increased defense spending, and provisions allowing the U.S. government to increase its borrowing. Musk, a vocal advocate for reducing national debt, voiced his outrage on X.
Musk stated the bill will “massively increase the already gigantic budget deficit to $2.5 trillion and burden American citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt,” further accusing Congress of “making America bankrupt.”
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson responded to Musk’s criticism, saying, “With all due respect, Elon is terribly wrong about the one big beautiful bill.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt echoed this sentiment, stating, “The President already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill… This is one, big, beautiful bill, and he’s sticking to it.”
“This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.”
— Elon Musk, via X
The bill awaits Senate approval after being sent to congress by Trump. If enacted, it would raise the national debt ceiling by $5 trillion. Projections indicate the bill could increase the budget deficit by approximately $600 billion in the coming year.
At a recent press conference, Trump praised Musk’s “fantastic job” during his time in the White House, highlighting his achievements, including cutting offshore projects funded by USAID. Trump affirmed that musk, a close friend and advisor, would “always be helping all the way.” The future leadership of the DOGE remains uncertain, with Leavitt suggesting a collaborative approach.
What’s next
The Senate will now debate and vote on the controversial tax and spending bill, with its potential impact on the national debt and budget deficit under close scrutiny.