Musk Calls Trump’s New Plan Troubling
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Tech titan Elon Musk—billionaire businessman, SpaceX CEO, and current Trump administration adviser—is voicing concern over a proposed 20% cut to NASA’s budget, a move he calls “troubling” in a widely shared post on X, the social media platform he owns.
“I fully support science,” Musk posted, “but because SpaceX holds major government contracts with NASA, I’m not directly involved in the budget talks.”
According to leaked documents obtained by Ars Technica, the Trump administration’s draft budget proposes a nearly 50% reduction to NASA’s science programs—from $7.5 billion in 2025 to just $3.9 billion. These cuts are part of a broader effort by the White House Office of Government Efficiency, where Musk plays a key advisory role, to eliminate wasteful federal spending.
Despite his deep ties to the space sector, Musk has recused himself from decisions where a conflict of interest may arise. However, the proposed cuts have sparked fierce debate among scientists and insiders who rely heavily on taxpayer-funded research.
⚖️ Trump’s America-First Budget: Cutting Waste, Prioritizing Strength
The Trump administration is staying the course on its promise to drain the swamp and put American taxpayers first. Under the president’s leadership, federal agencies are being told to do more with less, trimming bloated budgets and focusing on real-world results.
While some in the tech and science world have criticized the cuts, many conservatives view them as long overdue.
“Elon’s doing great work,” President Trump said Thursday during a Cabinet meeting. “He’s here because I respect him. But I don’t need Elon—I just like him.”
🤝 Musk’s Role in the Trump White House
Musk has become one of President Trump’s closest outside advisers after backing the 2024 campaign with major donations and public endorsements. Since Trump’s return to office in January, Musk has helped steer efforts to streamline government, boost American manufacturing, and push for technological independence from China.
Though his White House role is limited by term restrictions, Musk remains a powerful voice behind the scenes—and not without controversy. This week, he clashed publicly with White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, revealing a rare rift among top influencers in the administration.
🧠 What This Means for America’s Future
As debates continue over where taxpayer dollars should go, Americans 50 and older—many of whom remember the glory days of the space race—are watching closely. Is it time to cut back on speculative science and focus on national strength, border security, and economic revival?
Musk’s message is clear: Support science, yes—but make it count.
