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Musk denies 'hostile takeover' of government in White House debut

  • Elon Musk denied orchestrating a 'hostile takeover' of the U.S. Government during his first appearance at the White House, where he defended his cost-cutting plans alongside President Donald Trump.
  • Trump signed an executive order granting Musk's Department of Government Efficiency authority to reduce the federal workforce significantly.
  • Critics, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, oppose Musk's efforts, citing concerns over transparency and potential conflicts of interest due to Musk's business ties.
  • A recent poll by CBS News shows most Americans support Musk's work but disagree on the extent of his influence over government operations.
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Global NewsGlobal News

Elon Musk denies government ‘takeover’ in surprise White House appearance - National

'Some of the things that I say will be incorrect and should be corrected. So nobody can bat 1,000,' Elon Musk told reporters in the Oval Office.

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Common DreamsCommon Dreams

'A Complete Takeover': New Trump Order Entrenches Musk-Led 'Shadow Government'

President Donald Trump's latest executive order "gives Elon Musk, an unelected, hyper-partisan billionaire, unfettered authority over this country's civil service," warned one advocacy group.

·United States
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Evening StandardEvening Standard

Elon Musk denies 'hostile takeover' of US Government but admits 'mistakes'

Trump’s DOGE chief tells reporters: ‘The people voted for major government reform, and that’s what the people are going to get’

·London, United Kingdom
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Sky News UKSky News UK

Elon Musk denies 'hostile takeover' of US government - as son sits on his shoulders in Oval Office

The Tesla CEO and owner of X said "the public voted for major government reform... and they're going to get what they voted for".

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Raw StoryRaw Story

Musk pressed on 'hostile' government takeover: 'They're going to get what they voted for'

So-called Department of Government Efficiency Chair Elon Musk responded to what critics have called a "hostile takeover" of government by saying Americans got "what they voted for."The billionaire was asked about his agency during Oval Office remarks on Tuesday."Your detractors, Mr. Musk, including ...

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CBS NewsCBS News

Trump orders agencies to comply with DOGE during White House meeting with Elon Musk – Advertising and Donations – advertising-newsandtimes.com

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