Senator Cory Booker stated he would not accept campaign donations from Elon Musk but encouraged the tech mogul to engage actively against the GOP-backed spending bill, which he criticized as detrimental to the U.S. economy. During an appearance on NBC News’ “Meet the Press,” Booker emphasized the importance of Musk taking a more proactive role in influencing Congress, rather than simply tweeting. He clarified that while he wouldn’t accept Musk’s funding, he would support any resources Musk might contribute to raise awareness about the bill.
Booker’s statements came amid a broader conversation among Democrats about Musk’s alignment with their values, particularly after he publicly criticized the spending bill as a “disgusting abomination.” This criticism was part of a contentious exchange between Musk and former President Donald Trump, who, in response to Musk’s remarks, accused him of “wearing thin” and showed no interest in mending their relationship. Trump suggested that should Musk financially support Democratic candidates in the future, he would face “serious consequences.”
The spending bill, labeled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” proposes extending tax cuts from Trump’s first term and increasing funding for security while cutting Medicaid and food stamp support, which has drawn significant pushback from Democrats. Booker advocated for a broader understanding of the bill’s potential negative impact on average Americans, warning it would lead to increased costs for many people. He called on both politicians and influential figures like Musk to take more substantive action to prevent the passage of what he sees as harmful legislation.
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