Billionaire Elon Musk has turned sharply against Donald Trump’s new spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination” on social media. The Tesla CEO’s public backlash came just days after he left the Trump administration, where he had worked in a senior advisory role focused on government efficiency.
Just last year, Elon Musk poured over $250 million into Trump’s campaign. Now, he’s calling out the very party he helped fund.
For everyday Americans, this signals one thing: even the big donors are done pretending that bloated government spending is “normal.” When someone like Musk—who literally worked on trimming government waste—calls the bill “outrageous,” it might be time to stop scrolling and pay attention.
What Did Musk Actually Say?
“I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore,” Musk posted on X.
“This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination. Shame on those who voted for it—you know you did wrong.”
Then came the threat.
“In November next year, we fire all politicians who betrayed the American people,” he added.
Translation: Musk is done playing nice. And he wants voters to take revenge at the ballot box.
I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore.
This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination.
Shame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong. You know it.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 3, 2025
Trump’s White House Responds—Barely
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt didn’t flinch.
“The President already knows where Elon Musk stood on this bill. It doesn’t change the president’s opinion,” she said.
“This is one big, beautiful bill and he’s sticking to it.”
So, that’s the line now: “beautiful” spending, even if it’s bloated.
What’s Behind Musk’s Flip?
Musk recently stepped down from the so-called Department of Government Efficiency, cutting formal ties with the Trump administration. He cited growing concerns over reckless spending and rising deficits—issues he once tried to fix from the inside.
While he’s hinted at reducing his political donations, Musk left the door open:
“If I see a reason, I’ll get involved.”
In other words, don’t rule out a comeback—or a campaign.
Why This Feels Bigger Than Just a Bill
What’s frustrating people isn’t just the bill—it’s the hypocrisy. The same politicians promising to “drain the swamp” just filled it with pork. And when even Elon Musk, a man who once championed Trump’s efficiency agenda, can’t defend it anymore? That says a lot.
This isn’t left vs. right. It’s logic vs. lunacy.
Quick Takeaways:
- Elon Musk publicly blasts Trump’s new spending bill.
- Calls it “pork-filled” and “a disgusting abomination.”
- Threatens to oust Republicans who backed it.
- White House shrugs off criticism.
- Musk officially quits his government advisory role.
