Elon Musk Critiques Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, Warns of Job Losses

Elon Musk has publicly criticized President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, claiming it could result in significant job losses and strategic setbacks for the U.S. Musk's remarks highlight a stark contrast between his views and Trump's support for the legislation. As the bill awaits Senate approval, the debate intensifies, with concerns over its impact on future industries and social programs. This ongoing conflict between two influential figures raises questions about the future of American jobs and economic strategy.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 29, 2025, 11:35 IST

Elon Musk's Strong Opposition to Trump's Legislation

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and the world's wealthiest individual, has voiced his criticism of President Donald Trump's proposed Big Beautiful Bill. Musk argues that this legislation could lead to the loss of millions of jobs in the United States and inflict significant strategic damage on the country. He described the bill as utterly irrational and potentially disastrous.

In a post on the social media platform X, Musk stated, 'The new Senate draft will eliminate millions of jobs and strategically harm our nation. This law favors outdated industries while destroying future ones.' He further emphasized that the proposal is completely insane and destructive.

Disagreement Between Trump and Musk Over the Bill

The Big Beautiful Bill has sparked a notable disagreement between President Trump and Musk. While Trump is a staunch supporter of the bill, Musk stands firmly against it. On May 22, the House of Representatives narrowly passed the bill with a vote of 215 in favor and 214 against. It is now awaiting approval in the Senate, where it must be passed by July 4, 2025.

Trump and Musk Face Off

Despite strong opposition from Democrats, Republicans are leveraging their majority in the Senate to advance the bill. However, some Republican senators are hesitant to support it due to potential cuts to funding for programs like Medicaid and food stamps. The clash between President Trump and Elon Musk over the Big Beautiful Bill has intensified, with Trump repeatedly endorsing the legislation, describing it as patriotic, while Musk has labeled it as filled with unnecessary expenditures.