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Musk and Massie Blast Trump-Backed Bill as 'Debt Bomb' Ticking

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

June 5, 2025

3 min read

Brief

Elon Musk and Rep. Thomas Massie slam the Trump-backed bill as a 'debt bomb,' warning of fiscal ruin and urging its defeat.

Elon Musk has joined forces with Rep. Thomas Massie in a fiery critique of the Trump-backed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which recently passed the House. Massie didn’t hold back on social media, calling the legislation a 'debt bomb ticking' and a colossal 'missed opportunity' for conservatives to steer the nation toward fiscal responsibility. Musk, never one to shy away from a bold statement, echoed Massie’s sentiments with a resounding 'Absolutely,' amplifying the call to action against the bill.

The measure, which saw opposition from just two House Republicans including Massie, has sparked intense debate over its potential to further inflate America’s staggering $36 trillion national debt. Musk has been particularly vocal, urging citizens to pressure their lawmakers with a stark warning: 'Bankrupting America is NOT ok! KILL the BILL.' He’s gone as far as to say that anyone who truly reads the bill would find it utterly unpalatable.

Massie, a staunch fiscal conservative often seen sporting a symbolic debt clock, argues that defeating this bill could pave the way for a more responsible alternative. Meanwhile, Musk continues to sound the alarm on the broader issue of unchecked spending, cautioning that America is speeding toward 'debt slavery' if current trends persist.

This clash over fiscal policy isn’t just about numbers—it’s a battle over the future direction of the country. With such high-profile voices weighing in, the debate is far from over.

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Elon MuskThomas Massiedebt bombnational debtTrump billfiscal policyconservativesUS debt crisisPoliticsUS NewsEconomy

Editor's Comments

Well, folks, if this bill is a 'debt bomb,' then Congress just handed us the matches. Musk and Massie are sounding the alarm, but will anyone listen before the $36 trillion debt clock strikes midnight? Here’s a thought: maybe we should rename this the 'One Big Bankruptcy Bill Act'—at least it’d be honest!

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