Trump Plans to Slash Federal Agencies Face Legal and Political Hurdles

Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk aim to reduce government size, but Congress holds the key to agency elimination.

Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk have been appointed to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency under President-elect Trump.
Their goal is to eliminate several federal agencies, but legal experts say this requires congressional approval.
The Supreme Court's recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo could aid in cutting regulations but not in outright deleting agencies.
Critics argue that shifting agency responsibilities without abolishing programs may not significantly reduce government size.
The political landscape, including potential backlash from constituents and lawmakers, complicates efforts to dismantle popular government programs.