Marjorie Taylor Greene has thrown her support behind Elon Musk after his scathing criticism of Trump’s big beautiful bill, deepening the divide within the Republican Party. Musk called the bill a “disgusting abomination”, sparking backlash from GOP leaders who had championed the legislation.
Stephen Miller, a key architect of Trump’s policy agenda, has been in damage control mode, defending the bill as “the most MAGA bill ever”. He insists that the legislation delivers on Trump’s core promises, including border security, tax cuts, and welfare reform.
Republicans are starting to express regrets over the bill’s massive spending provisions. The Congressional Budget Office has projected that the legislation will add $2.4 trillion to the deficit, raising concerns among fiscal conservatives. Some lawmakers are now questioning whether the bill was rushed through without proper scrutiny.
Adding to the controversy, reports indicate that Trump officials delayed a farm trade report over concerns that its economic forecast could undermine support for the bill. The administration has denied any wrongdoing, but critics argue that withholding key economic data is a troubling sign.
The Republican Party is facing internal turmoil. Musk’s criticism has emboldened libertarian-leaning conservatives, while Trump loyalists are doubling down on their defense of the bill. The coming weeks will determine whether the GOP can unify behind the legislation or if fractures will deepen.
Sources:
https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5332272-stephen-miller-maga-budget-bill/