In his first two weeks in government, Elon Musk has made aggressive changes within federal agencies, including shutting down programs and agencies, pushing out career officials, and encouraging employees to quit. Empowered by President Trump, Musk is wielding unchecked power to reshape the bureaucracy and eliminate what he and the president deem as the “deep state.” His actions have drawn concern from Democrats and government watchdog groups, questioning the legality and ethicality of his decisions.
Musk’s team operates with secrecy and has prioritized cost-cutting, claiming to have saved the government billions of dollars in just a few days. He has taken over key government systems, such as the Treasury payment system and the personnel database, while also advocating for the elimination of agencies like U.S.A.I.D. His interference in these systems and agencies has raised alarms among current and former officials, with some suing to challenge his authority.
Despite resistance and concerns from various quarters, Musk remains determined to overhaul the federal government and dramatically reduce spending. With approval from President Trump, he has quickly gained vast power over government policies and personnel decisions, reshaping the federal workforce to align with his cost-cutting agenda. The extent of Musk’s influence and conflicts of interest raise questions about accountability and the future of government institutions under his unchecked authority.
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