In his first two weeks in government, Elon Musk has rapidly taken control of federal agencies, shutting down programs, and challenging congressional authority. Empowered by President Trump, Musk is making sweeping changes to the federal bureaucracy in an unchecked manner. He has pushed aside career officials, criticized federal employees, and dissolved the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Musk’s aggressive actions have caused alarm and confusion within government institutions. He is reshaping the bureaucracy, fueled by an ideological agenda to eliminate what he and Trump call “the deep state.” Musk’s ability to influence policy and personnel decisions is unparalleled, as he operates with autonomy and limited oversight.
His goal is to cut costs, drive efficiency, and reduce federal spending. Musk’s team is implementing radical changes in multiple agencies, including the Treasury Department, the General Services Administration, and U.S.A.I.D. He has implemented cost-cutting initiatives, expanded secrecy measures, and stirred controversy with his unaccountable actions.
Critics, including Democrats, government watchdogs, and some government officials, express concern about Musk’s conflicts of interest, breaches of federal laws, and disruptions to the civil service. They question his authority and motives, with some resorting to lawsuits and calls for Congressional intervention. Musk’s rise to power has sparked a debate about the future of government accountability and the balance of power between the executive branch and other branches of government.
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