Elon Musk's DOGE Faces Legal Challenges Over Federal Overhauls

The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Musk, has sparked lawsuits and judicial blocks as it pushes sweeping changes to federal agencies.

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), created by President Trump and led by Elon Musk, is targeting federal agencies for budget cuts and restructuring, leading to thousands of layoffs across multiple departments.
Federal judges have temporarily blocked DOGE’s access to sensitive Treasury Department payment systems, citing risks to data security and unauthorized access by Musk-appointed staff.
Key agencies, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), USAID, and the Department of Education, have faced significant operational disruptions, with halted activities, funding cuts, and legal challenges from states and unions.
Concerns about conflicts of interest have arisen as Musk’s companies, like SpaceX and Tesla, continue to receive government contracts while DOGE dismantles oversight mechanisms that previously scrutinized these businesses.
The Treasury Department’s Office of Inspector General has launched an audit into DOGE’s access to federal payment systems, while lawsuits from 19 states and unions challenge the legality of DOGE’s actions and Musk’s unchecked authority.