Trump and Musk Face Legal and Public Backlash Over Federal Workforce Purge and Treasury Access

The Trump administration's sweeping actions to overhaul the federal government have sparked protests, lawsuits, and warnings from former Treasury officials about potential risks to U.S. financial stability.

• President Trump and Elon Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are pushing controversial measures to slash federal employees and restructure agencies, including USAID and Treasury operations.
• Protests erupted in Washington, D.C., as federal employees and citizens voiced opposition to Musk's growing influence and the administration's buyout offer, which a judge has temporarily blocked.
• Former Treasury secretaries warned that granting DOGE access to Treasury's payment systems risks undermining U.S. credibility and could amount to a 'form of default.'
• Multiple lawsuits challenge the administration's actions, including the dismantling of USAID, access to sensitive Treasury data, and the legality of mass federal buyouts and executive orders.
• The administration's harsh criticism of court rulings has raised concerns about potential defiance of judicial authority, with legal experts warning of risks to democratic norms and the rule of law.

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