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Last Updated:June 04, 2025, 06:56 IST
The tech billionaire’s remarks come shortly after his abrupt exit from the administration last week.
Elon Musk exited the US administration after a brief 129-day stint. (Reuters Image)
Elon Musk has sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s flagship tax and spending legislation, calling it a “disgusting abomination".
The controversial bill—passed by the House of Representatives in May—includes multi-trillion-dollar tax breaks, increased defence spending, and provisions that expand the federal government’s borrowing capacity.
“Shame on those who voted for it," Musk posted on X on Tuesday.
The tech billionaire’s remarks come shortly after his abrupt exit from the administration last week, following a 129-day stint leading a cost-cutting initiative through his advisory group, Doge.
White House Dismisses Musk’s Criticism
Responding to Musk’s comments, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president remains unfazed. “It doesn’t change the opinion of President Trump. The president already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill. It doesn’t change the President’s opinion. This is one big beautiful bill and he is sticking to it," Leavitt told reporters.
The clash highlights ongoing tensions between Musk and the administration over fiscal policy, even as the bill continues to polarize opinion across political and economic circles.
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News world 'Disgusting Abomination': Elon Musk Criticises Donald Trump's Tax Bill, White House Reacts
