Steve Scalise swats away Elon Musk’s ‘off-base’ criticism of Trump ‘big, beautiful bill’

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise is standing firm against Elon Musk’s criticism of President Donald Trump’s economic bill. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Scalise dismissed Musk’s attacks, calling them “consistently off-base.”

Scalise emphasized the positive impact of the bill on job creation and economic growth. He highlighted the success of previous tax cuts in 2017, which led to the creation of millions of jobs. The current bill aims to replicate this success and boost the economy.

Despite Musk’s continued criticism of the bill, Scalise remains focused on pushing it through the Senate. The legislation is expected to pass on Wednesday, with plans to return to the House for final approval.

House GOP leaders are working to advance the bill through the House Rules Committee, the final step before a chamber-wide vote. The goal is to have the bill on President Trump’s desk by the Fourth of July.

The bill, a comprehensive 940-page legislation, aligns with President Trump’s agenda on taxes, defense, energy, and the national debt. It has faced criticism from both moderate and conservative Republicans, but Scalise remains optimistic about its passage.

The Senate’s modifications to the bill have sparked debate among Republicans, with concerns about Medicaid cuts and additional spending. Scalise acknowledged these concerns but emphasized the importance of passing the bill for the president.

As the bill progresses through Congress, Scalise is focused on staying on schedule and ensuring its success. He remains committed to delivering on the promises of job creation and economic growth embedded in the legislation.

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