Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has announced that the Department of Transportation has eliminated environmental justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations when awarding grants, Breitbart reported. President Donald Trump had promised to reverse these policies set by then-President Joe Biden.
The "Green New Scam" and DEI have meant that projects and grants are awarded based on factors other than merit. Duffy announced Wednesday that his agency was bringing that to an end after being stuck with 3,200 grants hung up on these issues.
"It’s a new day in America, where common sense is in the driver’s seat. Our roads, rails, skies, and waters will be safer for it," Duffy promised in a statement.
"The public wants to see their hard-earned dollars going towards safety and efficiency standards – not woke DEI or American Energy-killing ideas," he added. Democrats are seething as Trump and his administration dismantle Biden's woke policies.
Duffy put current applicants on notice in a letter on July 2. The secretary said it was Trump's executive orders that "direct Federal agencies" to "identify and eliminate" funding agreements or policies connected "in any way to climate change, ‘greenhouse gas’ emissions, racial equity, gender identity, ‘diversity, equity, and inclusion’ goals, environmental justice."
The DOT will also eliminate any preference based on Biden's Justice 40 initiative, which prioritized environmental criteria. These policies were in effect "between noon on January 20, 2021, and noon on January 20, 2025" when Trump signed the executive orders.
Now Duffy said the agency "will no longer enforce these policies, or any other requirements incorporated into its Federal financial assistance agreements that are inconsistent with the policy objectives of this Administration and current DOT leadership." Duffy posted the letter to X, formerly Twitter, on Wednesday.
"Progress on American infrastructure will not be paralyzed by the leftist mandates of the last administration," Duffy captioned it. We’ve already cleared roughly HALF of the 3,200 projects left over from the previous administration that were announced but never received funding. We’re just getting started," he wrote.
Progress on American infrastructure will not be paralyzed by the leftist mandates of the last administration.
Last week, I sent a letter to all recipients of @USDOT grants that our department ripped out Biden-era requirements for DEI and environmental justice holding up… pic.twitter.com/Jh7T24NIwB
— Secretary Sean Duffy (@SecDuffy) July 9, 2025
Rather than seeing DEI as discrimination codified by law, Democrats believed hiring on the basis of someone's race was a good and necessary thing. In contrast, Trump promised to dismantle DEI during the campaign, which the left tried to insinuate was due to his racism.
Still, Trump signed several executive orders to make it happen anway, as reported by USA Today earlier this year. "We have ended the tyranny of so-called diversity, equity and inclusion policies all across the entire federal government and, indeed, the private sector and our military," Trump said at the time.
"And our country will be woke no longer." Of course, Democrats hated this and insisted that what Trump was doing was not only bad for the country, but also for the companies no longer forced to hire based on applicants' most superficial traits.
"Talk to any CEO of a major Fortune 500 company. They’ll tell you that their bottom line, dollar-wise, does better when there’s more diversity in the room," Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey puzzlingly claimed.
Giving preferential treatment based on someone's race, sexual preferences, or other characteristics is not only unfair, but also complete madness. Trump is restoring the country to sanity, and that includes Duffy's announcement to remove such criteria from funding decisions.
Four suspects are facing felony charges in connection with an alleged attempt to sabotage a Border Patrol operation in Los Angeles, the Washington Examiner reported. They are accused of using "improvised devices" to damage agency vehicles and impede their operations.
The alleged perpetrators were apprehended Wednesday in the Van Nuys section of the city. U.S. Border Patrol El Centro Sector Chief Patrol Agent Gregory K. Bovino shared a photo of the devices that appeared to be rubber hoses set with nails as spikes to puncture tires.
"Just moments ago in Van Nuys during federal immigration law enforcement operations, 3 subjects attempted to impede & obstruct our efforts, using improvised devices aimed at disabling our vehicles. All three were arrested & now face felony charges," Bovino wrote, later adding that a fourth was taken into custody.
Just moments ago in Van Nuys during federal immigration law enforcement operations, 3 subjects attempted to impede & obstruct our efforts, using improvised devices aimed at disabling our vehicles. All three were arrested & now face felony charges. pic.twitter.com/ebiufrWoJT
— USBP Chief Patrol Agent Gregory K. Bovino (@USBPChiefELC) July 8, 2025
According to Fox News, the attack occurred on Tuesday as federal agents were attempting to carry out President Donald Trump's illegal immigration crackdown. Illegal immigration advocates have been working against agents to thwart these efforts.
A spokesperson from the Department of Homeland Security assured that this would not hinder agents from carrying out future missions. "DHS and its components continue to enforce the law every day in greater Los Angeles, even in the face of danger," the spokesperson said to Fox News Digital in a statement.
The spokesperson went on to describe the incident. "During the operation, four U.S. citizens placed improvised tire deflation devices on the road and punctured a Border Patrol vehicle’s tire. Agents were able to identify the suspects and placed them under arrest for obstructing law enforcement," the DHS said.
"During the arrest, one individual assaulted a Border Patrol agent and was subsequently arrested for assaulting federal law enforcement. Our officers are facing a surge in assaults and attacks against them as they put their lives on the line to enforce our nation's laws," the statement went on.
"Secretary Noem has been clear: If you obstruct or assault our law enforcement, you will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law," it added. The persons arrested for the improvised device attack included Jude Jasmine Jeannine Allar, 28; Jenaro-Ernesto Ayala, 43; Daniel Montenegro, 30; and Sadot Jarnica, 54.
This is not the first time Border Patrol agents have faced attacks while carrying out their mission. According to the DHS, there has been a 700% increase in violence against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other agents involved since Trump reentered the White House.
The worst attack to date came on July 4 as an immigration detention facility was attacked by what the New York Post called an "armed mob." This coordinated attack was carried out at the Prairieland Detention Center outside of Dallas, Texas.
Ten of the people involved were arrested and charged with attempted murder after launching fireworks and shooting at law enforcement near the facility. They were decked out in tactical clothing and military-style equipment while allegedly attacking local law enforcement and federal agents who were unarmed at the time.
One officer from the town of Alvardo was shot in the neck but luckily survived after being treated at an area hospital. This came after one of the members of the violent mob unloaded up to 30 rounds at two employees at the detention center.
The left is in a frenzy over immigration enforcement, and now it appears to be spilling over into violence. This is a sickening escalation that has endangered peoples' lives, and there's a good chance it's only going to get worse.
The White House now claims no client list was left behind by late financier and sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, Fox News reported. This contradicts previous remarks Attorney General Pam Bondi made earlier this year.
Reporters inquired about the shifting narrative during a news conference on Monday. According to a memo from the FBI and the Department of Justice that day, a review of the case was completed over the weekend and revealed no client list exists for Epstein.
This contradicts remarks Bondi made in February about a list of people who may have patronized Epstein's island of ill repute. "It's sitting on my desk right now to review. That's been a directive by President Trump. I'm reviewing that," the attorney general claimed at the time.
REPORTER: Will you really be releasing the Epstein files?
Pam Bondi: "It's sitting on my desk right now to review.”
IT’S HAPPENING pic.twitter.com/35THYYN9Fk
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) February 21, 2025
With such starkly conflicting information coming out of President Donald Trump's administration, reporters were not about to let White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt off the hook. Fox News' Peter Doocy quoted Bondi and asked Leavitt about her remarks in light of the recent memo.
"She was saying the entirety of all of the paperwork, all of the paper, in relation to Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, that's what the attorney general was referring to, and I'll let her speak for that," Leavitt claimed. She said the agencies held back evidence that was explicit.
"There was material they did not release because, frankly, it was incredibly graphic, and it contained child pornography, which is not something that's appropriate for public consumption," Leavitt said. This comes after Bondi had already promised to release the files.
Shortly after Trump took office, Bondi met with several influencers and presented them with binders supposedly containing information about the Epstein case. There was nothing new, which was disappointing at the time. However, those same people invited for the photo op held her feet to the fire on social media.
Some, like Rogan O'Handley, said the memo from the DOJ and FBI was a "shameful chapter in our country's history." Others like Liz Wheeler called for Bondi's ouster. "I'm supposed to be on vacation, but it’s time to fire Pam Bondi," Wheeler wrote.
The problem for the White House is that Bondi doubled down on claims of a client list. She said in May that they were sifting through "tens of thousands of videos of Epstein with children or child porn, and there are hundreds of victims."
Instead, the memo said "files relating to Epstein" included "ten thousand downloaded videos and images of illegal child sex abuse material and other pornography." This distinction raises questions about all of Bondi's statements regarding the case.
Meanwhile, the White House is engaging in damage control, including a Department of Justice spokesperson who sidestepped the question of the conflicting reports. "We've delivered more transparency in 6 months than the Biden administration did in 4 years," the spokesperson deflected.
Besides the question about a client list and other materials, the memo addressed longstanding theories that Epstein did not commit suicide by hanging, as was previously reported. The memo claims that Epstein definitely killed himself while in jail, case closed.
Trump made many promises to his voters during the campaign, including that the Epstein client list would be released. Now the White House is telling people there's no such thing, and that isn't sitting well with people skepitcal of the claim.
Fox News reported on Monday that Princess of Wales Kate Middleton has been balancing her royal duties with hobbies, parenting, and theraputic practices as she recovers from a battle with cancer.
At the encouragement of her husband Prince William and King Charles III, Middleton has resumed some royal duties at a pace she feels she can manage while she continues to recover from the undisclosed cancer that led to obdominal surgery in early 2024 and preventive chemotherapy.
"Princess Catherine has been recuperating behind the scenes," royal expert Neil Sean told Fox News Digital. "This includes a return to ballet with her daughter Princess Charlotte, a massive return to daily nature walks, as well as [keeping up with] her photography hobby."
"An excellent source told me she is living in the moment and has no time for drama… or difficult family members," Sean claimed. "She attended Trooping of the Colour and the Order of the Garter but felt it was too much to attend Royal Ascot. She felt exhausted. This is normal… regarding her return after cancer."
Sean also said that Middleton has been playing the piano again, and that Prince William has been enjoying her efforts.
Along with her children George, Charlotte, and Louis, she has returned to cooking for the family and tending a garden.
She particularly enjoys making chutney and cultivating honey from her beehive, the sources said.
"[Catherine] knows only too well how fortunate she is, but behind the scenes she is a rock to many others," Sean shared. "Catherine told this source that we must remember to always enjoy the moments that we are in and not lose sight of the fact that life is a wonderful and precious thing."
She has leaned on senior royals and her mother, Carole Middleton, as well as Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, and her sister-in-law Alizee Thevenet for emotional support during the difficult journey.
"They’re [encouraging] her to enjoy these wonderful moments with her young family while recuperating," Sean said.
"Those who work with her, and for her, share that she’s disciplined, pragmatic, and a quiet, influential figure," British royals expert Hilary Fordwich said. "She divides her time meticulously between parenting, supporting Prince William, fulfilling her royal duties, all while maintaining a workout regimen supporting her physical and mental health."
It seems like a full life for the princess, and one she must enjoy all the more after it was threatened by the cancer diagnosis when she was barely 40 years old.
She is reportedly excited about Wimbledon, which she attends every year, as well as her family's retreat to Balmoral Castle in Scotland every summer.
"Princess Catherine’s approach to balancing duty and family, as well as [practicing] mindful self-care while being careful not to overextend herself, has rendered her as ever more vital, as well as a highly respected member of the royal family," Fordwich said.
The notoriously tight security provided to American presidents at all times was on full display over the weekend, with military assets deployed in response to an incident that could have potentially posed a threat to the commander in chief.
As Reuters reports, an F-16 fighter jet was scrambled on Saturday to intercept a general aviation plane that ventured into protected airspace over President Donald Trump’s Bedminster, New Jersey, golf club.
As Fox News noted, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) scrambled the jet in response to the presence of the unauthorized civilian aircraft in restricted airspace over the property where the president was spending the remainder of his holiday weekend.
The aircraft at issue entered the restricted zone at around 2:40 p.m., triggering the swift response.
A so-called “headbutt” maneuver was used by the fighter jet to gain the civilian pilot’s attention before the offending aircraft was escorted away from the vicinity of the golf club.
The incident at issue was the fourth violation of airspace restrictions to occur on Saturday, but unfortunately, it wasn’t even the last, with a total of five racked up over the course of the day.
According to Reuters, the White House did not offer any immediate comment on the situation.
In response to the situation, NORAD reminded civilian pilots to “verify all Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) and Fly Informed before making any flight.”
Officials reminded aviators of the availability of updated information about applicable restrictions at https://tfr.faa.gov/.
The agency reiterated its use of “a layered defense network of radars, satellites, and fighter aircraft to identify and respond to potential threats.”
In the agency’s own words, “The identification and monitoring of the civilian aircraft demonstrates how NORAD executes its aerospace warning and control missions for the United States and Canada.”
An X post from the military wing responsible for thwarting such breaches reminded aviators, “These TFRs are in place for a reason. No excuses! Stay sharp, stay legal, and stay out of restricted airspace.”
While it is critical that every president receive the most vigilant and comprehensive protection available, in Trump’s case, the presence of very real threats has been made crystal clear over the past year.
Not only has Trump survived two assassination attempts, as of June, he is also the subject of a new fatwa issued by Iran’s top Shia cleric, who called on “Muslims of the world” to bring about the president’s death, making his protection more critical than ever.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said there is more legislation in the pipeline after President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed this week, Newsmax reported. Johnson stated that additional budget reconciliation bills are expected to be introduced in the fall and spring of next year.
The president's signature legislation passed the House this week after nearly all House Republicans eventually agreed to sign on despite several misgivings about spending. Trump signed the bill into law in a spectacular ceremony on July 4.
Johnson was instrumental in pulling together support for the legislation from Republicans. On Thursday, the House Speaker promised more legislation, including two additional reconciliation bills that will help implement the Trump agenda.
Johnson appeared on Fox News's The Ingraham Angle on Thursday to take a victory lap and share his plans for the future. Speaking to Raymond Arroyo, who was filling in for host Laura Ingraham, Johnson laid out his plans.
"This is the first of a five-step process to get us back to fiscal stability. The reconciliation bill today was a big, giant leap forward," Johnson told Arroyo.
"But we're going to do this again. We're going to have a second reconciliation package in the fall and a third in the spring of next year for the next two fiscal years," Johnson said.
"And we're going to have rescission packages. The White House is sending us collections of items to claw back the spending that was wasted," Johnson promised, keeping in line with Trump's goal of streamlining the federal government.
"And we're going to appropriate at lower levels. The Republican Party is the party to get us back to fiscal responsibility. We can't do it overnight, though. But we are on the right track and the president is committed to it as well," Johnson said.
Trump was likely stunned that Johnson was able to pass this legislation and thanked him and others for their efforts, CNN reported. Trump signed the bill into law with a ceremony that included fireworks and a flyover of B-2 bombers on Independence Day.
"We made promises, and it’s really promises made, promises kept, and we’ve kept them. There’s a triumph of democracy on the birthday of democracy, and I have to say that the people are happy," Trump said from the White House.
Democrats had dug their heels in against this legislation and a few Republicans balked, but Trump promised that they would come to regret that. "We are going to have something where people are going to realize the level of success and popularity of this bill," Trump said.
The bill's signing comes after Trump's successful takedown of Iran's nuclear program as well as several Supreme Court victories. "This had to be the best two weeks. Has anybody ever had a better two weeks?" Trump said at the signing.
Republicans have to prove themselves by the time the 2026 midterms roll around, and it looks like they're on their way. They now have momentum, thanks to Trump's bold moves and Johnson's backing with promises of future legislation.
A drive-by shooting in Chicago took the lives of four people and wounded more than a dozen others outside of a nightclub Wednesday night, the Washington Post reported. The gunman is still at large as police attempt to determine whether this was a gang-related incident or a targeted attack.
Officials are still trying to piece together the circumstances of the attack but have little information to go on. The shooting occurred outside of the Artis Restaurant and Lounge on the South Side of Chicago.
At the time, an album release party was happening for rapper Mello Buckzz. It's unclear whether there was any connection to the artist, and Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling shared that there were no suspects to date.
Snelling encouraged anyone with information to call the police department so they may track down any leads. He assured the public that the police would be out in "full force" during the Independence Day weekend.
The shooting occurred around 11 p.m. on Wednesday, just ahead of the Independence Day holiday. The whole ordeal only took seconds, but 18 people were shot after someone in a dark-colored vehicle sprayed bullets on a crowd congregating outside of the nightclub.
Police said the four who were killed included two women, aged 26 and 27, and two men, aged 24 and 25, but did not release their names. The other 14 victims who were shot, ranging in age from 21 to 31, were taken to various area hospitals for treatment.
"Currently, our detective division is working extremely hard to get to the bottom of this. We as a Chicago Police Department want to make sure that we bring justice to these families, but we also want to make sure that we take individuals with this violence and this character off the streets," Snelling said.
Following the shooting, police have ordered the establishment to close. This is not the first time such an incident occurred in the exact spot, as Bendand Reilly, alderman of the 42nd Ward, recalled.
Just a few years ago, a similar shooting happened in front of a now-defunct nightclub, Hush, which was located in the building Artis now occupies. That nightclub was closed, and Reilly imposed a moratorium on liquor licenses there to keep another club from opening with the same problems. Unfortunately, Artis found a workaround, which Reilly now blames for the incident.
Artis apparently got around the lack of liquor license by branding itself as a "BYOB" restaurant, which means customers could bring their own liquor. Reilly blames the establishment and said it was "dishonest with the City about their plans for the venue and have now contributed to a devastating act of violence, just weeks after opening as a BYOB 'restaurant,'" the alderman charged.
"Despite early assurances from the new restaurant owner that this venue would support local artisans, foster inclusivity, and serve as a hub for connection, creativity, and joy, the owners decided to turn over their venue to promote a new rap album release," Reilly said in a statement. The owners of the establishment released a statement about the incident but didn't take responsibility.
“Artis was created as a safe space. A space where Black, Brown, Queer, and allied communities could gather, be celebrated, and feel at home in River North. We’ve always led with that mission," the owners wrote on Thursday.
"And what happened last night disrupted it in the most painful way. Our hearts are with the victims and their loved ones," they added. Mello Buckzz also released a statement Thursday on social media, stating it made him "feel like everything is just weighing down on me ... . All i can do is talk to god and pray."
Chicago is a deadly place, and this act of violence took out several people who were just getting together for a good time. This is common in cities run by Democrats, but the blame continues to go around.
A federal judge has ruled that the family of Egyptian firebomber Mohamed Soliman may be deported, The Hill reported. The lawsuit was brought by his wife, Hayam El Gamal, who has now exhausted all legal challenges.
Soliman has been charged with murder after allegedly attacking pro-Israel protestors with Molotov cocktails. The incident occurred last month in Boulder, Colorado and injured several people.
Because of the nature of the crime and the fact that Soliman and his family were here on tourist visas, his wife and five children were taken into custody. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said this was done to ascertain whether his wife was an accomplice, but the agency was moving to deport them.
U.S. District Court Judge Orlando Garcia initially blocked their deportation while deliberating on the matter. However, the judge tossed the case Wednesday stating that he had no jurisdiction over immigration proceedings.
According to the New York Post, Soliman allegedly attacked a group of mostly elderly protesters on June 1. He used a makeshift flamethrower and hurled Molotov cocktails into the crowd.
The group was protesting the fact that Hamas still held 50 Israeli hostages that were captured during the terrorist organization's Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel. The group of protestors had been meeting weekly for the demonstrations, which Soliman used to his advantage.
When the marchers came upon the Boulder County Courthouse, Soliman slipped by them disguised as a landcaper. He then allegedly unleashed his attack on them, spraying the crowd with gasoline and lighting it on fire while shouting "free Palestine" during the attack.
Following his arrest, Soliman told investigators that he wanted to "kill all Zionist people" and that he wished they "all were dead." One of his alleged victims, 82-year-old Karen Diamond, succumbed to her injuries this week, which has brought fresh murder charges for Soliman.
JUST IN: 82-year-old Karen Diamond, who was reportedly firebombed by a pro-Palestine lunatic in Boulder, CO, has DIED after suffering from severe burns.
Mohamed Soliman, the suspect, is now facing two upgraded first-degree m*rder charges in connection with the attack. pic.twitter.com/FzMwYm5lwj
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) June 30, 2025
The fact that Soliman was here at all is an outrage. As the Associated Press reported, Soliman was in the U.S. on an expired visa when he allegedly carried out the attack. Although he was born in Egypt, Soliman and his family came to the U.S. from Kuwait in August 2022 on a tourist visa, which expired in February 2023.
Unfortunately, Soliman is not alone in this practice, as 565,155 people overstayed their visas between October 2022 and September 2023. This figure represents "more than the population of the metro areas of Reno, Nevada, or Chattanooga, Tennessee," the AP said.
It is also not unusual for people to overstay their visas and subsequently apply for asylum. Although it's unclear whether Soliman intended to do so, it's notable that Egyptian nationals had an outstanding success rate of 72% of requests granted from September 2023 to September 2024.
After Soliman's alleged crime and visa status came to light, his family's future in the U.S. is uncertain. The judge's decision this week means that regular deportation is a real possibility, although the expedited deportation initially explored would have been preferable.
While Soliman's alleged crime stands out for its savagery and hateful motivation, it also underscores the problem with unvetted illegal immigrants. Soliman should not have been in the U.S. when this happened, and perhaps an innocent woman would still be alive if he weren't.
A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's removal of temporary protection status for 520,000 Haitians, Fox News reported. The judge ruled Tuesday that President Donald Trump's Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem, did not comply with Congress's recommendations for phasing out the protections.
On Friday, a DHS spokesperson said ending the temporary protection status of these migrants is necessary to preserve the immigration system. If the status allows them to stay even after the status is no longer necessary due to improving conditions, it becomes a de facto amnesty
"The environmental situation in Haiti has improved enough that it is safe for Haitian citizens to return home. We encourage these individuals to take advantage of the Department’s resources in returning to Haiti, which can be arranged through the CBP Home app," the spokesperson said last Friday before the judge's decision.
"Haitian nationals may pursue lawful status through other immigration benefit requests, if eligible," the spokesperson added. However, Tuesday's decision by U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan in Brooklyn negates that move.
Noem sought to have the designation stripped before Aug. 3 with a final effective date of Sept. 2. However, Cogan decided that "Secretary Noem does not have statutory or inherent authority to partially vacate a country’s TPS designation."
He said that her move was "unlawful" because of this, as she shortened the length of time for the designation to apply. "Plaintiffs are likely to (and, indeed, do) succeed on the merits," Cogan said in his decision.
It was also Cogan's opinion that allowing Haitians to stay past the time it's necessary will "far outweigh" any downsides for the U.S. He was worried that these people's lives have become too enmeshed in the U.S. for them to make an unexpected return to their homeland.
"When the Government confers a benefit over a fixed period of time, a beneficiary can reasonably expect to receive that benefit at least until the end of that fixed period. Plaintiffs have enrolled in schools, taken jobs, and begun courses of medical treatment in the United States in reliance on Haiti’s TPS designation lasting until at least February 3, 2026," the judge said, according to the Epoch Times.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration is trying to close as many immigration loopholes as possible as promised during the campaign. With conditions improving in Haiti, it seems the program has outlived its useful life, and Noem moved to do something about it.
Despite what the judge said, Noem believes extending TPS for Haitians, especially in light of changing circumstances, is not in America's best interests. "DHS records indicate that there are Haitian nationals who are TPS recipients who have been the subject of administrative investigations for fraud, public safety, and national security," a notice from the DHS stated.
"These issues underscore a conflict with the national interest of the United States," it added. TPS was created as part of the Immigration Act of 1990 as a way to allow citizens from certain nations facing hardships, including disasters, war, or other unsafe conditions, to take refuge in the U.S.
The status is typically granted in 18-month stretches but can be extended. Haiti has faced numerous setbacks in recent years, including natural disasters, political unrest, and widespread crime, that has allowed for it to fall under TPS.
However, with those conditions waning, the Department of Homeland Security believes TPS no longer applies to Haiti and has offered $1,000 and a complimentary plane ticket home. The judge struck that option down in a move which has surely angered Trump as he pushes for a more secure border.
There's no reason the U.S. should be responsible for the entire world's population in need. There are many Americans who are also in need and could benefit from aid and resources while Democrats give handouts to people from all corners of the world.
Elon Musk is throwing his support behind Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) in his reelection bid, Fox News reported. The Tesla billionaire has indicated he will be donating to Massie, who has been a critic of President Donald Trump.
Musk took to his social media platform X, formerly Twitter, to make his point. "Every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for the biggest debt increase in history should hang their head in shame!" Musk wrote.
"And they will lose their primary next year if it is the last thing I do on this Earth," he added. In response to his post, another user pledged to donate to Massie, and Musk indicated that he would do the same, a move which likely stunned Trump.
Every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for the biggest debt increase in history should hang their head in shame!
And they will lose their primary next year if it is the last thing I do on this Earth.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 30, 2025
Musk had famously headed the Department of Government Efficiency, which was dedicated to cutting waste, fraud, and abuse in government. However, many, including Musk, were frustrated that Republicans wouldn't codify those cuts into law.
Moreover, the SpaceX mogul was disappointed that Trump proposed his One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was full of government spending. Musk shared his misgivings with the world and is now going against Trump again by supporting Massie.
For his part, Massie has nothing but praise for Musk. "Elon’s purchase of Twitter and cultivation of the X platform for free speech has already helped my cause immensely," the Kentucky Republican told Fox News Digital.
"It’s allowed me to bypass conventional media to refute the lies of both political parties and to provide transparency about how Congress works and what’s actually inside of the bills we vote on. Exposing the worst parts of the Big Beautiful Bill and reasserting Congressional War Powers has recently earned me the ire of the swamp and a fight for my re-election, but my re-election isn’t really about either of those issues specifically," Massie explained.
"It’s a referendum on whether members of Congress can think and act independently based on what’s best for the country, or whether all members of Congress must be reduced to rubber stamps for their respective political parties and swampy special interests. I’m extremely thankful to have Elon Musk’s financial assistance to continue my mission as an independent voice in Congress for my constituents," Massie said.
The president has had trouble with Massie after he opposed Trump's signature legislation. The lawmaker was one of only two Republicans to oppose the bill that passed the House of Representatives last month despite Massie's objections to the spending.
Massie also spoke out against the strikes on Iran, calling them "unconstitutional." Never one to shy away from a fight, Trump has been outspoken in his disapproval of Massie, whom he excoriated on his Truth Social, calling him a "pathetic LOSER."
As The Hill reported, Trump has also publicly pledged his support for Massie's primary opponent with the help of a super PAC's $1 million in ad time. "There’s a large feeling that the chickens have finally come home to roost for Massie," Kentucky-based GOP strategist T.J. Litafik said.
Meanwhile, Massie's campaign touted the candidate's "grassroots donors" in a post to X on Monday. "My campaign is fueled by the grassroots donors on this map; 3,417 of you donated $308,665 last week. Thank you!" the Massie said.
Musk and Trump had a falling out, and it's clear that neither side is backing down from it. Massie could undoubtedly benefit from Musk's money, but voters have already spoken in favor of Trump and may follow him in Kentucky's race as well.