Elon Musk's Federal Overhaul Faces Legal and Political Pushback

The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Musk under Trump’s directive, has ignited controversy over mass layoffs, spending cuts, and bypassing Congress.

• Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has implemented sweeping federal workforce reductions and spending cuts, aiming to save $1 trillion by September, but its legality and methodology are under scrutiny.
• Federal courts have temporarily blocked some of DOGE's actions, including freezing foreign aid payments and terminating grants, citing violations of Congress's constitutional authority over federal spending.
• Republican lawmakers, while supportive of cost-cutting in principle, are pushing for Congress to formally approve the cuts to ensure legal compliance and mitigate political fallout.
• President Trump has signaled a shift in tone, urging Cabinet secretaries to take the lead in implementing cuts with precision, while maintaining Elon Musk as a backup if they fall short.
• DOGE’s actions have drawn widespread criticism, including lawsuits from unions and advocacy groups, while polls show Musk’s popularity declining even as Trump’s approval ratings remain steady.

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