Musk Calls Trump's Budget Bill 'Repugnant'

Elon Musk, former advisor to President Trump, has launched a scathing attack on Trump's proposed budget bill. Musk labeled the bill "repugnant, scandalous, and electioneering," expressing deep concern about its potential to dramatically increase the national debt. In a post on X, Musk stated, "This enormous, scandalous, and electioneering Congress spending bill is a repugnant abomination." He warned of a potential $2.5 trillion increase to the deficit, a figure he described as "overwhelmingly unsustainable." This criticism is particularly noteworthy given Musk's past role as a key advisor to Trump and his leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency, where he was tasked with reducing government spending. Musk's resignation from his position on May 28th, just one day after criticizing Trump's fiscal plans, adds another layer of significance to his recent statements. While the video doesn't offer direct quotes from Trump, it does provide context by showing footage of Trump and Musk together. The situation underscores the complex and evolving relationship between these two powerful figures in American politics and business.