Rep. Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX) reported on the deteriorating relationship between President Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk as lawmakers placed bets on its longevity. The feud escalated after Musk criticized Trump's significant spending bill, calling it a 'disgusting abomination,' leading Trump to suggest Musk's departure from government. Gonzalez expressed concerns over the potential consequences for SpaceX if Trump canceled federal contracts, noting it would be detrimental. He acknowledged that while Musk's reasons for opposing the bill differed from his, both highlighted issues within Trump's legislation, particularly its projected $2.4 trillion deficit increase and Medicaid cuts.
Rep. Vicente Gonzalez described wagers among lawmakers about the length of the Trump-Musk alliance, highlighting a deteriorating relationship marked by social media disputes.
Musk criticized Trump's spending bill for its projected $2.4 trillion deficit increase, while Gonzalez opposed it due to significant Medicaid cuts, showcasing bipartisan concerns.
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