Elon Musk and Donald Trump are engaged in a public spat on separate social media platforms, reflecting a rift in their political alliance as Musk criticizes Trump's spending package. Musk labeled Trump's budget bill a 'disgusting abomination,' predicting significant negative impacts on the federal deficit. This conflict allows Trump to energize his base while Musk risks harming his business reputation. Additionally, Musk is contemplating creating a new political party that better represents moderate voters, seeking to leverage social media to influence politics.
"Musk has suggested in X posts that he would unseat politicians who backed Trump's budget bill in the 2026 midterms."
"Musk has called the bill 'a disgusting abomination,' saying it would significantly increase the federal budget deficit by up to $3.8 trillion in additional debt over the next decade."
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