Trump Threatens Musk Over BBB Subsidies
President Trump aggressively responded to Elon Musk’s criticism of the BBB, declaring Musk would “pay a price” if he continues questioning subsidy levels . Musk had labeled portions of the bill “insane,” highlighting benefits directed toward electric-vehicle makers.
Trump, defending the legislation, argued that supporting domestic industries boosts American manufacturing and innovation. He insinuated that Musk, who benefits from federal support for Tesla and SpaceX, had no moral high ground.
Despite the bristling tone, analysts note Trump’s tack signals a broader political strategy: painting economic critics as opportunists while repositioning the bill as pro‑American. Musk’s pushback suggests a broader debate over the role of industrial subsidies in long-term environmental and economic growth.
The clash underscores an unlikely tech‑political feud, as Musk hints at funding primary challenges against GOP lawmakers who back the BBB—potentially fracturing conservative alliances.
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