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Elon Musk’s new ally against Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Elon Musk, a former Trump ally, criticised the president’s tax bill as a ‘disgusting abomination’
Elon Musk, a former Trump ally, criticised the president’s tax bill as a ‘disgusting abomination’ (Getty)
  • Elon Musk and Senator Rand Paul have united to oppose President Trump's spending bill, denouncing it as wasteful and a “huge mistake”.
  • Musk, a former Trump supporter, criticised the bill as a “disgusting abomination” on X, prompting Paul to agree and highlight concerns about the national debt.
  • Paul reinforced his stance by sharing articles and clips criticising the bill's fiscal irresponsibility, with Musk reposting them.
  • White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that Musk's opposition didn’t change the president's opinion, while Trump attacked Mr Paul on TruthSocial, criticizing his understanding and voting record.
  • The bill, expected to add at least $3.8 trillion to the national debt, faces challenges in the Senate due to opposition from various factions, requiring budget reconciliation for passage.
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