Elon Musk slams GOP as "porky pig party"
ALBAWABA- Elon Musk launched a scathing attack on the Republican Party following the passage of a controversial debt ceiling bill, calling it the 'Porky Pig Party' in a fiery post on X. Also Read Trump lifts sanctions on Syria in major policy shift
The bill, which raises the U.S. debt limit by an unprecedented five trillion dollars, was passed by a Republican-led Congress and praised by President Donald Trump as a major legislative victory.
Every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for the biggest debt increase in history should hang their head in shame!
And they will lose their primary next year if it is the last thing I do on this Earth. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 30, 2025
'It is obvious with the insane spending in this bill… that we live in a one-party country – the PORKY PIG PARTY!!' Musk wrote.
In another post, he added, 'Every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for the biggest debt increase in history should hang their head in shame! And they will lose their primary next year if it is the last thing I do on this Earth.'
It is obvious with the insane spending of this bill, which increases the debt ceiling by a record FIVE TRILLION DOLLARS that we live in a one-party country – the PORKY PIG PARTY!!
Time for a new political party that actually cares about the people. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 30, 2025
Musk also took aim at the conservative Freedom Caucus, writing, 'How can you call yourself the Freedom Caucus if you vote for a DEBT SLAVERY bill with the biggest debt ceiling increase in history?'
The backlash from Musk came just hours after President Donald Trump celebrated the bill on his Truth Social platform.
Trump described it as the 'GREAT, BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL,' and applauded Senators Rick Scott, Mike Lee, Ron Johnson, and Cynthia Lummis for their efforts in passing the legislation. 'They truly love our country,' Trump wrote.
'As President of the USA, I am proud of them all and look forward to working with them to grow our economy, reduce wasteful spending, and protect our veterans.'
Donald J. Trump Truth Social 06.29.25 12:29 AM EST
Tonight we saw a GREAT VICTORY in the Senate with the 'GREAT, BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL,' but, it wouldn't have happened without the Fantastic Work of Senator Rick Scott, Senator Mike Lee, Senator Ron Johnson, and Senator Cynthia… — Commentary Donald J. Trump Posts From Truth Social (@TrumpDailyPosts) June 29, 2025
The clash between Musk and Trump represents a sharp turn in their relationship. Musk was previously a top backer of Trump's campaign and had served as the head of the government efficiency department, a post he left just weeks ago following growing disagreements over economic policy. Also Read Elon Musk deletes posts attacking trump amid renewed tensions
Since his departure, Musk has become an outspoken critic of what he sees as reckless fiscal governance.
The billionaire's latest remarks suggest a deeper political shift. 'Time for a new political party that actually cares about the people,' Musk tweeted, hinting at efforts to challenge both parties from the outside.
His message is already resonating among parts of the conservative base frustrated by rising national debt and perceived political hypocrisy.
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