Why Elon Musk opposes Trump's mega bill

Political & Economic Conflict - The report highlights a feud between President Trump and Elon Musk over a major tax and spending bill [1] - The core of the conflict stems from the bill's cuts to tax credits for electric vehicles, impacting companies like Tesla [3] - Elon Musk is concerned about the national debt, exceeding $36 trillion, and the impact of tax breaks on revenue [4] - Musk's opposition is also linked to his desire to maintain tax credits that benefit his companies and the electric vehicle industry [4] Political Influence & Strategy - Elon Musk, a wealthy individual, has previously supported Republicans and is now threatening to oppose those who support the Trump mega bill [5] - Republican leaders, including Speaker Mike Johnson, are attempting to engage with Elon Musk to mitigate potential political challenges [6] - Congressional leadership recognizes Musk's potential to influence elections in November 2026, posing a threat to the passage of the Trump mega bill [7]