Elon Musk and Democrat Adam Schiff found themselves in an unexpected alliance against Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ but Musk’s witty response to Schiff’s praise has conservatives chuckling at the irony.
At a Glance
- Elon Musk publicly criticized the Republican-backed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” supported by President Trump, calling it a “massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill”
- Democrat Adam Schiff surprisingly agreed with Musk’s stance, tweeting “I can’t believe I’m saying this – but Elon Musk is right”
- Musk humorously responded that “few things could convince me to reconsider my position more than Adam Schiff agreeing with me”
- The Congressional Budget Office estimates the bill would increase the deficit by $3.8 trillion by 2034
- The feud between Trump and Musk has escalated, with Trump stating he’s not interested in talking to Musk
A Fiscal Conservative’s Critique
Elon Musk’s criticism of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” has created waves within Republican circles and a rare point of agreement with Democrats. The billionaire entrepreneur expressed disappointment with the legislation that aims to extend Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, increase border security spending, impose Medicaid work requirements, and roll back clean energy tax credits. Musk specifically highlighted how the bill undermines the work of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which he helped establish during the Trump administration.
“I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit, not just decreases it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing.”, said Elon Musk.
Musk didn’t hold back in his assessment of the bill’s financial impact, pointing to Congressional Budget Office estimates that the legislation would increase the deficit by $3.8 trillion by 2034. His critique comes from a position of fiscal conservatism rather than ideological opposition, as he explicitly condemned the bill as a “disgusting abomination” and publicly shamed those who voted for it.
Strange Bedfellows: Schiff and Musk
In an unexpected twist, Democratic Senator Adam Schiff publicly agreed with Musk’s assessment of the bill, creating a rare moment of bipartisan criticism. Schiff, a frequent target of conservatives, took to social media to express his agreement with Musk, though his concerns centered more on what he described as hidden “far-right” elements within the legislation rather than its fiscal implications.
Musk, known for his quick wit and social media presence, responded to Schiff’s unexpected endorsement with characteristic humor. His reply highlighted the political irony of finding himself in agreement with one of the most prominent Democratic figures in Congress, suggesting that Schiff’s support might actually make him reconsider his position – a comment clearly meant to emphasize the unusual nature of their alignment rather than indicating any actual shift in his stance.
Elon Musk Mocks Schiff’s Praise — Jokes He Might Reconsider Opposition to Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Just to Spite Him https://t.co/MVbMoQQe7F
— The Gateway Pundit (@gatewaypundit) June 7, 2025
Fallout with Trump
The public disagreement marks a significant turning point in the relationship between Musk and Trump, which had previously been collaborative. Musk had been working with the administration on government efficiency initiatives and had received a symbolic “key to the White House” from President Trump. However, the dispute over the spending bill has created a rift that appears difficult to repair.
The feud escalated further when Musk reportedly made and then deleted controversial tweets, including one allegedly referencing Trump in connection with Jeffrey Epstein’s files and another endorsing Trump’s impeachment. The president has since stated he is not interested in reconciling with Musk. This public falling out has caused ripples among Republicans, with some siding with Musk’s fiscal concerns while others, like House Speaker Mike Johnson, expressing surprise at the criticism.
Musk has indicated he plans to reduce his involvement in government efficiency efforts following this disagreement. His stance on the bill highlights a division within conservative circles between those focused primarily on fiscal responsibility and those prioritizing other aspects of the Republican agenda. The unexpected alignment with Schiff, even if tongue-in-cheek, serves as a reminder that political positions don’t always fall neatly along party lines when it comes to specific legislation.
