Elon Musk has strongly criticized President Trump's latest budget proposal, labeling it a "disgusting abomination" in a post on social media. Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, did not elaborate on the specific aspects of the budget that he found objectionable. His comments have quickly spread online, sparking debate and discussion about the budget's potential impact.
This isn't the first time Musk has weighed in on political matters. He has previously expressed opinions on topics ranging from climate change to government regulation. While it is not clear what prompted Musk to weigh in on this particular budget, his criticism carries weight given his prominence in the business and technology sectors. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Nancy Cordes are following this story and will provide updates as more information becomes available. The White House has not yet responded to Musk's comments.
Elon Musk Criticizes Trump Budget Bill as 'Abomination'
Elon Musk, the entrepreneur known for Tesla and SpaceX, publicly denounced President Trump's proposed budget bill. In a social media post on Tuesday, Musk described the legislation as a "disgusting abomination." The budget's specific provisions that drew Musk's ire remain unclear. CBS News correspondents Nikole Killion and Nancy Cordes are covering the developing story.
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