Mass Resignations and Legal Challenges Undermine Musk-Led Federal Overhaul
Elon Musk’s aggressive cost-cutting efforts in the federal government face backlash from civil servants, courts, and even some Trump administration officials.
- Over 20 members of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) resigned, citing ethical concerns over dismantling public services and potential security risks tied to Musk's methods.
- Musk's directive requiring federal employees to justify their weekly productivity has drawn criticism, with some officials refusing to comply and courts blocking related administrative actions.
- Reports suggest artificial intelligence is being used to evaluate the necessity of federal jobs, raising concerns about bias and errors in decision-making processes.
- Nearly 40% of federal contracts terminated under the DOGE program reportedly yield no cost savings, undermining claims of fiscal efficiency.
- The backlash includes viral town hall meetings, legal challenges, and growing discontent among Republican lawmakers who fear political fallout from Musk's controversial approach.
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