Bill Burr mocks Elon Musk over government spending reforms

Comedian Bill Burr criticized billionaire Elon Musk on "The Tonight Show" with Jimmy Fallon. Burr expressed his frustration over Musk's involvement in government spending issues and his style choices. He referred to Musk as a "nerd" and questioned his influence in public affairs. Burr's comments came amid a backlash against Musk, who has pushed for cuts in government waste. He mentioned the protests against Tesla and noted that vehicles were set on fire at a service center in Las Vegas, leading the FBI to investigate the incidents as potentially linked to terrorism. Musk’s close ties to the Department of Government Efficiency have made him a target for criticism. Burr highlighted concerns about worker treatment and emphasized that people should stand up against billionaires like Musk. He criticized both political sides for not adequately addressing these issues. In response to Burr's comments, Musk shared a clip on social media, using a derogatory term. Despite the criticism, Burr has also aimed his comedic commentary at various political figures and his latest work is meant to bring attention to everyday people's concerns.