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Musk and Trump Clash Over Controversial Energy Bill

6/8/2025

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Musk vs. Trump Clash

Elon Musk and President Trump's clash intensifies over Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," which is struggling in the Senate. Musk slams the bill's spending, while Trump insists it's crucial for his presidency. Analysts caution that scrapping clean energy measures could hike household energy bills by up to $415 a year, jeopardizing climate goals and deepening fossil fuel dependence.

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Johnson Defends Trump

House Speaker Mike Johnson staunchly defends Trump's ambitious "One Big Beautiful Bill," even as fears rise over a potential $2.4 trillion deficit and the risk to healthcare for 11 million Americans. Critics, including Elon Musk, slam it as "pork-filled," while supporters believe it could ignite economic growth. An imminent Senate vote promises significant amendments ahead.

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Musk vs. Trump Clash

Elon Musk and President Trump's clash intensifies over Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," which is struggling in the Senate. Musk slams the bill's spending, while Trump insists it's crucial for his presidency. Analysts caution that scrapping clean energy measures could hike household energy bills by up to $415 a year, jeopardizing climate goals and deepening fossil fuel dependence.

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