Mark Cuban Trashes Trump And Musk
Billionaire investor and former Shark Tank star Mark Cuban is raising alarms over what he calls a dangerous “shoot first, aim later” strategy being used by President Donald Trump and Elon Musk to overhaul the federal government.
In a wide-ranging interview with The Hill, Cuban criticized the Trump administration’s bold push to eliminate government waste, reduce spending, and slash federal bureaucracy—an initiative many conservatives have applauded.
But Cuban says this aggressive plan, which includes thousands of federal job cuts and significant downsizing of bloated agencies, could have “serious consequences” for the U.S. economy—especially in small-town America.
“Ready, fire, aim is no way to govern,” Cuban warned. “When government support dries up in rural and middle America, communities suffer. Jobs disappear. Businesses shut down. Taxes go up. That’s the reality.”
The Trump-Musk agenda, driven by the newly created Department of Government Efficiency, is designed to cut red tape, streamline operations, and return power to the people—a move widely supported by conservative voters, especially those over 50 who have long called for accountability in Washington.
However, Cuban—who backed Kamala Harris in her failed 2024 campaign—claims the economic risks haven’t been fully assessed.
“I don’t think they’ve done the math,” he said. “If too many local economies take a hit, we could see a national downturn.”
Still, despite his criticisms, Cuban showed rare support for Elon Musk on one issue—condemning the rising wave of vandalism and sabotage against Tesla vehicles and charging stations across the U.S.
“Blowing up Tesla dealerships and damaging property is just plain wrong,” Cuban said. “It accomplishes nothing. That kind of violence has to stop—immediately.”
Republican lawmakers have recently come under fire in some states over the swift and sweeping cuts introduced by Musk’s agency. But many voters see it as long-overdue reform that reflects President Trump’s promise to drain the swamp and restore efficiency.
The full interview will air at The Hill’s Health Next Summit, sponsored by the Alliance for Aging Research and the National Pharmaceutical Council—two organizations focused on healthcare innovation for America’s aging population.
