Elon Musk's Proposed Government Role Under Trump Raises Questions

Musk's track record in business sparks skepticism about his ability to implement cost-cutting and regulatory reforms in government.

Elon Musk has discussed a potential government role with Donald Trump, humorously suggesting a position as 'Secretary of Cost-Cutting.'
Musk aims to reduce government spending and regulations, potentially using AI to identify areas for cuts.
His business strategies, such as significant layoffs at X and regulatory challenges at Tesla and SpaceX, have led to mixed results.
Musk has faced criticism for failing to fulfill severance promises to laid-off employees at X, despite proposing generous severance for government workers.
Concerns about Musk's approach include safety issues with Tesla's self-driving technology and legal disputes over regulatory compliance.