Is Elon Musk planning a 'hostile takeover' of US government? Tech mogul denies allegations, says 'transparency builds trust'
Elon Musk, now head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has dismissed accusations that he is “orchestrating a hostile takeover of the government.” Speaking at the White House alongside President Donald Trump, Musk defended his position, asserting that he’s acting with the public’s mandate and complete transparency.
Before being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump appointed Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency in November 2024. Their mission? To dismantle government bureaucracy and cut wasteful spending.
Trump praised the duo as “two wonderful Americans” who would spearhead the “Save America” movement. “I look forward to Elon and Vivek making changes with an eye on efficiency and, at the same time, making life better for all Americans,” Trump said.
Musk responded with characteristic bluntness: “This will send shockwaves through the system, and anyone involved in government waste—watch out!”
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Following Trump’s inauguration, Musk was granted access to sensitive government financial databases—a move that sparked legal challenges and was temporarily blocked by a federal judge. These actions fueled public speculation about Musk’s influence and led to questions about his transparency and accountability.
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