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‘Where is Elon Musk in all of this?’: US judge prods billionaire's role in DOGE

A federal judge questioned the role of Elon Musk in the Department of Government Efficiency during a court hearing, asking, "Where is Mr. Musk in all of this?"
Multiple lawsuits claim that Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency violate the Constitution by operating outside the authority granted to federal agencies.
U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas temporarily blocked the Department of Government Efficiency from accessing Treasury systems due to concerns over confidential information.
The White House confirmed that Musk is a special government employee overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency, but he is not its administrator.

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Reuters

'Where is Mr. Musk in all of this?' Judges question secrecy of DOGE's activities

On social media and at political rallies, Elon Musk has taken credit for leading the team that is cutting allegedly wasteful U.S. government spending, even waving a chainsaw on stage at a conference. In court, it's a different story.

9 hours ago·United Kingdom

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Indian Express

‘Where is Mr. Musk in all of this?’ US judges question secrecy of DOGE’s activities

Kollar-Kotelly did not immediately rule on whether to block Musk and DOGE from Treasury systems, but the lawsuit is just one of several challenging DOGE’s authority and transparency.

16 hours ago·India

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Hindustan Times

‘Where is Elon Musk in all of this?’: US judge prods billionaire's role in DOGE

DOGE aims to cut the US government's alleged wasteful spending but has lately been criticized for its directives.

19 hours ago·New Delhi, India

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Newsmax

Judge Questions Musk's Role in DOGE Cost-Cutting Efforts

Elon Musk’s role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is under legal scrutiny due to concerns about secrecy, transparency, and access to sensitive government information.

21 hours ago·Washington, United States

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NDTV

"Where Is Mr Musk In This?" US Judges Question Secrecy Of DOGE's Activities

On social media and at political rallies, Elon Musk has taken credit for leading the team that is cutting allegedly wasteful US government spending, even waving a chainsaw on stage at a conference.

21 hours ago·New Delhi, India

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The Center Square

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Idaho County Free Press

Questions swirl around Musk’s role at DOGE

(The Center Square) – The White House continues to face questions about billionaire and DOGE leader Elon Musk’s role and actions in the federal government.

1 day ago·United States

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