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Elon Musk bashes Congress' government funding bill

^{Published on 2024-12-18 18:00:45 - Business Insider}
 

• House Speaker Mike Johnson said he spoke with Musk about his displeasure Tuesday night, though the DOGE cohead said on X that the bill shouldn't pass.

Elon Musk has publicly criticized a $1.2 trillion government funding bill passed by Congress, highlighting what he perceives as excessive spending and a lack of fiscal responsibility. Musk's comments were in response to a post by Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, who also criticized the bill. The bill, which was passed to avoid a government shutdown, includes funding for various sectors like defense, financial services, and more, but Musk and Ramaswamy argue it represents an unsustainable increase in national debt. Musk suggested that the government should be run more like a business, focusing on efficiency and cost-cutting. His remarks have sparked discussions on social media, with some users agreeing with his critique, while others pointed out the complexities of government budgeting and the necessity of certain expenditures. Additionally, Musk's comments come at a time when he has been vocal about various political and economic issues, often using his significant social media presence to influence public discourse.

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