Trump Defends 'Big Beautiful Bill' Amid Musk's Criticism Over $3.8T Deficit Impact

President Trump continues to strongly support the GOP-led tax and spending legislation, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill,” despite harsh criticism from Elon Musk, who calls it a “disgusting abomination” and claims it undermines cost-saving reforms he led. Trump expressed disappointment with Musk’s comments, attributing Musk’s frustration partly to the removal of his NASA nominee and the electric vehicle tax credit provisions. The bill, which aims to implement significant tax cuts and spending priorities, has been praised by Trump and his administration as essential for job creation and middle-class growth, while critics warn it could substantially increase the national debt. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and House Speaker Mike Johnson have dismissed Musk’s deficit concerns and reaffirmed the president’s commitment to the bill, with Congress planning additional spending cuts through a rescissions package. Public opinion in Republican strongholds generally favors the bill despite concerns about increasing the national debt, seeing it as a solution to previous administration failures. A joint press conference between Trump and Musk is anticipated, which may clarify whether their political rift can be resolved or signals deeper GOP divisions ahead of the 2026 budget cycle.