Sen. Cory Booker announced on Sunday that he would not accept campaign donations from Elon Musk, although he invited the tech mogul to take an active role in opposing a GOP-backed spending bill, which Booker described as detrimental to the long-term economy. During an appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Booker expressed concern about the implications of the bill, urging Musk to exert pressure on congressional representatives rather than merely tweeting about the issues at hand. He stated, “This is an American issue,” emphasizing the need for collective action.
Booker confirmed his stance on not accepting funds from Musk but expressed support for Musk contributing to efforts that raise awareness about the bill among the public. His remarks follow previous discussions among Democrats, such as Rep. Ro Khanna, who suggested that Musk should be welcomed into the Democratic Party after a public feud with former President Donald Trump, who criticized Musk’s comments about the spending bill.
The conflict between Musk and Trump intensified after Musk labeled the bill a “disgusting abomination.” Trump retaliated by claiming Musk was becoming increasingly irrational and described their relationship as irreparable. Furthermore, Musk’s previous financial support for Trump’s 2024 campaign added layers to the ongoing dispute.
The legislation, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” has met resistance from Democrats, who argue it could harm low-income Americans by cutting Medicaid funding and imposing stricter work requirements while providing tax cuts primarily favoring wealthier individuals. Booker warned that, if passed, the bill would escalate costs for average Americans, highlighting its detrimental potential.
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