On Sunday, Senator Cory Booker stated that he would not accept campaign contributions from Elon Musk but encouraged the tech mogul to actively engage in opposing a GOP-sponsored spending bill, which Booker described as detrimental to the long-term economy. During an appearance on NBC News’ “Meet the Press,” Booker highlighted the need for Musk to leverage his influence more substantively, urging him to pressure Congress against the bill rather than merely commenting on social media.
When questioned about the possibility of accepting donations from Musk, Booker firmly declined, emphasizing his openness to Musk contributing resources to educate Americans about the consequences of the spending bill. This comes amid ongoing tensions between Musk and former President Donald Trump after Musk criticized the budget bill, labeling it a “disgusting abomination.” Following Musk’s comments, Trump retaliated on social media, expressing discontent and suggesting that Musk had become increasingly erratic.
Democratic figures, including Rep. Ro Khanna, expressed a willingness to welcome Musk into the Democratic Party, noting shared values. However, Trump has stated he has no intention of mending relations with Musk, indicating that if Musk were to financially support Democrats, there could be “serious consequences.”
The spending bill, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” passed by House Republicans, aims to extend tax cuts from Trump’s first administration but has faced criticism for proposed cuts to Medicaid and food stamps, along with heightened work requirements. Booker urged that passage of the bill would inflate costs for average Americans, reflecting a chaotic approach by the current administration.
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