Musk slams Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'
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Elon Musk, a former Trump advisor, publicly criticized the president's "big beautiful bill," a significant piece of legislation combining tax cuts and stricter immigration enforcement. Musk, who previously supported Trump's candidacy and worked within the administration, called the bill a "massive spending bill" increasing the federal deficit and hindering his Department of Government Efficiency's efforts. While Trump defended the bill, citing political complexities, Musk's criticism could influence Senate Republicans seeking deeper spending cuts. The bill's fiscal impact remains debated, with varying estimates on its effect on the national debt.
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