Elon Musk, Federal workers

Jamie Dimon calls U.S. government 'inefficient' and says Elon Musk's DOGE effort 'needs to be done'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on Monday said the U.S. government is inefficient and in need of work as the Trump administration terminates thousands of federal employees and works to dismantle agencies including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Federal agency investigating Elon Musk's Tesla hit with DOGE layoffs
The federal agency that regulates vehicle and traffic safety, which has been investigating Elon Musk's Tesla, has laid off about 4% of its workforce.
DOGE's Elon Musk says federal employees must document their work or resign
Some federal agencies, including the State and Defense Departments, told their employees not to respond to an email asking for a list of tasks they completed.
How does the US spend taxpayer money? What to know as DOGE, Elon Musk look for cuts
As Musk and his critics toss around statistics, here are some points to know about how the government spends $6.8 trillion taxpayer money. The largest chunks of the federal budget go toward mandatory spending. These programs do not need annual outlays approved by Congress. They include: Social Security (about 20%).
Elon Musk and DOGE promised up to $2 trillion in government savings. How much have they actually saved so far?
DOGE claims $55 billion in savings over the first month — but its own ‘wall of receipts’ shows just $7.2 billion.
Why Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE is terrible for Americans
President Donald Trump keeps claiming that Elon Musk is doing a great job running DOGE. But it’s actually the opposite. DOGE is riddled with transparency issues, people aren’t even sure who’s running the show,
DOGE deadline: Elon Musk orders federal workers to detail their work
The Big Weekend Show' panelists discuss Elon Musk's email to government workers and conflicting guidance on whether they should respond.
Elon Musk’s Email Was an Excuse to Troll Federal Workers
Many employees simply forwarded the email to their managers and unions. The email has already been cited in an amended union-backed lawsuit filed against DOGE, which argued OPM had rolled out a “new mandatory reporting program” for federal workers, but hadn’t compiled with the procedures required to put one into place.
Does Elon Musk Get Paid for DOGE? What We Know
White House documents reviewed by Newsweek confirm that Musk "has no actual or formal authority to make government decisions himself" and is not the administrator of DOGE. His involvement is unpaid, meaning he does not receive federal compensation for his advisory work.
Federal agencies pushing back against Elon Musk job cuts could signal a new era for DOGE
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, has been dramatically cutting federal jobs over the past month, creating chaos and fear throughout the federal workforce, but meeting little official pushback.
Federal agencies bristle at Elon Musk’s latest DOGE order to justify their jobs
Key U.S. agencies, including the FBI, State Department and the Pentagon, have instructed their employees not to comply with cost-cutting chief Elon Musk’s demand that federal workers explain what they accomplished last week — or risk losing their jobs.
As Elon Musk takes a leading role with DOGE, some Tesla customers are rethinking their allegiance
Elon Musk's close ties to President Trump is alienating some motorists. Wall Street analysts say that could hurt Tesla.
Elon Musk Vs. Federal Agencies: Trump Calls Email Plan ‘Genius’ Even As Leaders—Including Patel, Hegseth—Push Back
Trump claimed Monday that any agencies saying not to respond to the email were doing it "in a friendly manner." ...
Elon Musk's DOGE is sending 'shockwaves' through the Pentagon, ex-DOD insider says
Allen Control Systems CEO Steve Simoni said DOGE's impending DoD audit will uncover "all kinds of wasteful spending" amid the ...
Trump is selling 'official' DOGE membership in exchange for donations
For a minimum of $47, supporters can get their very own Trump DOGE card.
How Musk Is Bringing His Twitter Takeover Playbook to DOGE
Elon Musk’s marathon of government cuts in his first month at DOGE echoes his Twitter takeover back in 2022. Here’s a ...
Here’s The Latest On A DOGE Dividend Stimulus Check: Who’s For And Against It
President Trump and Elon Musk remain supportive of a DOGE Dividend stimulus check; however, others like Speaker Johnson are ...
John Oliver Likens Elon Musk's DOGE To Viral ‘Wonka' Experience: "Stark Disconnect Between Marketing And Reality"
Tonight, John Oliver drew parallels between Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency to the ill-fated and shoddy Willy ...
Trump, DOGE work to shutter CFPB, an agency created in response to the 2008 financial crisis
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, a watchdog agency created to protect consumers, is under fire by President Trump ...