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Elon Musk’s DOGE department set to be slammed by lawsuit

The Department of Government Efficiency will be attacked over claims that it violates federal law.

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 20: CEO of Google Sundar Pichai and Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk speak ahead of the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States.     Chip Somodevilla/Pool via REUTERS
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Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency, named DOGE, program is set to be hit by a lawsuit immediately after Donald Trump is sworn in as president, today Monday, January 20.

The lawsuit, to be filed by the public interest law firm National Security Counselors, claims the initiative violates federal transparency laws by lacking balanced representation, keeping insufficient records, and failing to ensure public scrutiny.

The program, allegedly staffed from Musk’s SpaceX offices, aims to streamline government operations by cutting programs, agencies, and jobs but is expected to function only as an advisory body without direct power.

DOGE initiative put in place by Trump and his new friend Musk

The initiative, co-led by Musk and tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, has faced internal conflict, with Ramaswamy reportedly stepping away to run for Ohio governor. Musk has privately expressed frustration with Ramaswamy’s limited involvement. Critics argue the project is shrouded in secrecy to avoid legal challenges, while supporters like economist Sam Hammond claim it is more of a “branding exercise” than an actual federal committee.

Doge’s legitimacy remains a point of contention, with Musk accusing opponents of employing “lawfare” tactics against him. Despite high-profile involvement from figures in Silicon Valley, its future and impact are uncertain.

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