Musk calls Trump's tax bill a ‘disgusting abomination'

Billionaire says the bill, which faces a key test in the Senate, undercuts efforts to slash federal spending.

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The tech billionaire posted on X that the bill would add to the US budget deficit and saddle Americans with "crushing" debt.

The budget, which includes huge tax breaks and more defence spending, was passed by the House of Representatives last month and is now being considered by senators.

"Shame on those who voted for it," said Musk, hinting that he may try to unseat the politicians responsible at next year's midterm elections.

The bill has the backing of President Donald Trump and would be the legislative linchpin of his second-term agenda if it passes Congress.