In a dramatic turn of events, Elon Musk’s vocal opposition to a bipartisan government funding bill has disrupted congressional efforts to prevent a partial shutdown. Musk’s criticism, amplified through his social media platform X, weakened Republican support for the bill, leading to its failure. As Donald Trump aligned with Musk’s stance, the GOP faces significant internal divisions. The unfolding political chaos raises questions about Republican unity and potential challenges in governing under Trump’s leadership in the coming term.