A fiery feud is brewing between President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk over a sprawling spending bill that’s got the Senate buzzing. Trump calls it his “big, beautiful bill,” a nearly 1,000-page plan to boost defense with a futuristic “Golden Dome” missile shield and offer trillions in tax breaks. With the July 4 deadline approaching, senators are locked in heated debates, tossing out countless amendments as Trump pushes to get it passed.
Elon Musk, tasked with cutting government waste as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is fiercely against the bill, which would add $3.3 trillion to the nation’s $36.2 trillion debt. Taking to Twitter, Musk warned lawmakers who back the bill—especially those who campaigned on cutting spending—that they’ll face backlash in future elections. His role as a special government employee makes his opposition a bold stand against Trump’s priorities.
Trump clapped back on Truth Social, calling out Musk despite praising him as “wonderful” and “smart” just last week. He reminded Musk of his enthusiastic campaign endorsement and criticized his reliance on government subsidies for his electric car and rocket businesses. Trump suggested that without those funds, Musk might have to close shop and leave the country, saving taxpayers billions. He even proposed that DOGE take a closer look at Musk’s finances.
Musk didn’t back down, responding on Twitter with a blunt demand to slash all spending. The bill’s fate is uncertain as it faces a tough Senate vote and a potential second round in the House, where it barely passed before. Trump is rallying support, highlighting the bill’s tax cuts, job growth, and border security measures, warning that rejecting it could mean a huge 68% tax increase.
Adding fuel to the fire, Musk hinted at launching a new political party to challenge what he calls a “Porky Pig Party” of wasteful spending. With Trump’s term ending in 2029, Musk’s idea might not directly affect him, but it’s sparking buzz about a new political force. This high-stakes clash between two powerful figures is a gripping look at the battle over America’s budget and future.
