White House aides hold multiple meetings to discuss fallout from Elon Musk's tweets

White House aides hold multiple meetings to discuss fallout from Elon Musk's tweets

June 6, 2025 — White House aides have convened multiple meetings to discuss the fallout from Elon Musk's recent public outbursts against the GOP's tax-and-spending bill and the administration's decision to withdraw the nomination of Jared Isaacman to head NASA [1].

The meetings, which began on June 5, 2025, aim to understand the root causes of Musk's discontent and strategize on how to mitigate the potential political and economic ramifications. According to sources familiar with the matter, the administration is particularly concerned about Musk's influence on public opinion and his potential to sway voters in the upcoming elections [1].

Musk's criticism of the tax bill, which includes provisions that eliminate electric vehicle tax credits, has been particularly contentious. The billionaire tech executive, who recently ended his four-month stint as a special government employee, has accused the bill of being a "disgusting abomination" and urged his followers to "KILL the BILL" [1].

The administration's decision to withdraw Isaacman's nomination to head NASA has also been a significant point of contention. Musk, who has been a close ally of Trump's, reportedly feels betrayed by the move, which he believes was made without proper consultation or warning [1].

Despite the mounting criticism, President Trump has largely refrained from directly confronting Musk. However, the White House is now actively engaged in damage control, with aides working to understand the extent of Musk's influence and how to respond to his public statements.

The meetings come at a critical time for the administration, as the tax bill and NASA nomination are just two of the many contentious issues that could potentially impact the president's re-election chances. The administration is also grappling with a range of other challenges, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the economic recovery.

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[1] https://www.financemagnates.com/trending/musk-blasts-gop-megabill-trump-disappointed-by-sudden-fallout/