Elon Musk has openly criticized President Donald Trump’s so-called ‘big, beautiful bill’ as a ‘disgusting abomination,’ citing concerns over national debt. This has created tension within the Republican Party, as Trump’s base overwhelmingly supports the legislation, despite Musk’s significant influence in GOP politics. The debate highlights a growing rift between fiscal conservatives like Musk and the party’s populist base, which favors the bill’s provisions, such as the elimination of tax on overtime and tips, which enjoy high public approval.