Elon Musk's Role in Trump Administration Sparks Debate Over Federal Overhaul

Critics and officials clash as Musk's advisory role leads to sweeping changes in U.S. government operations and agency closures.

Elon Musk, serving as an advisor in the Trump administration, has overseen the controversial restructuring of several federal agencies, including the closure of USAID and layoffs across multiple departments.
The White House maintains that Musk has no formal decision-making authority, though his actions through the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) have raised concerns about his influence.
Critics, including lawmakers and historians, have described Musk's actions as a threat to constitutional governance, with some labeling it an unprecedented attack on federal institutions.
Protests have emerged nationwide, with demonstrators accusing the administration of undermining public services and constitutional norms through these drastic measures.
The Trump administration defends the restructuring as a necessary step to reduce government waste, despite widespread backlash and legal challenges.