VP JD Vance Criticizes Elon Musk's Federal Workforce Cuts as Missteps

Vance acknowledges Musk's errors in mass firings, calls for balance in government reform, and outlines economic and foreign policy priorities.

Vice President JD Vance described Elon Musk's mass firings of federal employees as mistakes, emphasizing the need to correct such errors while preserving effective government functions.
Vance contrasted Musk's harsh characterization of federal workers as 'fraudsters,' highlighting the valuable contributions of many civil servants within the 3 million-strong workforce.
During a visit to a Michigan plastics factory, Vance reiterated the administration's commitment to economic recovery, citing the creation of 10,000 manufacturing jobs last month but cautioning that progress will be incremental.
Vance addressed criticism of his foreign policy stance, including tensions with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, and defended his focus on promoting American interests and values abroad.
Speculation about Vance's potential 2028 presidential candidacy continues, though he stated his current priority is to focus on his role as vice president and achieving meaningful results.