Elon Musk’s vocal opposition to a bipartisan stopgap spending bill contributed to its collapse in Congress, showcasing his significant influence over Republican lawmakers. Following Musk’s criticism, President-elect Donald Trump also opposed the bill, complicating efforts to maintain party unity. As House Republicans struggled to regroup, the dynamics highlighted internal divisions within the party and the challenges of effective governance moving forward, with key figures like Speaker Mike Johnson facing uncertainty over their leadership amid external pressures from influential figures like Musk.