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Doge eyes cuts to Peace Corps with in-person visit and records access
Agency that sends volunteers to countries around world expects ‘additional visits’ from Musk cost-cutting team. The Peace Corps is the latest federal agency to be targeted by Elon Musk’s unofficial ...The Guardian - 1d -
Elon Musk says backlash against his DOGE government cuts is hurting Tesla stock
Shares of Tesla entered Monday down more than 34% year to date, and the stock has been cut nearly in half from its peak in December.CNBC - 5d -
DOGE checks? Elon Musk claims 'progress' has been made, but says it isn't his decision
Waiting for a stimulus check funded by the cuts DOGE says it's making? It could be a while.The Hill - 4d -
Trump White House brushes off Wisconsin loss amid warning signs around Elon Musk's role
As Democrats celebrate a battleground-state win in the most expensive judicial campaign in U.S. history, President Donald Trump and the GOP are confronting a worrying early sign about what the ...NBC News - 4d -
Booker breaks Senate record with marathon 24-hour speech protesting Trump and Musk
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker broke a record Tuesday evening, speaking for more than 24 hours in a marathon speech.ABC News - 4d -
Susan Crawford Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Election, Despite Elon Musk’s Millions
Susan Crawford defeated Brad Schimel for a State Supreme Court seat in a race that shattered spending records and maintained a liberal majority on the court.The New York Times - 4d -
Wisconsin supreme court race: liberal Susan Crawford beats Musk-backed candidate
Liberal judge says victory is against ‘unprecedented attack on our democracy’ after defeating Brad Schimel in the most expensive judicial election in US history. Susan Crawford won the race for a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Democratic-backed Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race over Musk-backed Schimel
The election could set the ideological balance of Wisconsin's highest court.ABC News - 3d -
Elon Musk Just Got Some Very Bad News About Tesla, and It’s the Start of a New Era
If you think the backlash is bad now, what happens when Optimus comes out?Inc. - 2d -
Layoff announcements surge to the most since the pandemic as Musk's DOGE slices federal labor force
A surge in federal government job cuts contributed to a near record-setting pace for announced layoffs in March, exceeded only by when the country shut down in 2020 for the Covid pandemic, ...NBC News - 2d -
Layoff announcements surge to the most since the pandemic as Musk's DOGE slices federal labor force
The surge in March was exceeded only by when the country shut down in 2020 for the Covid pandemic,CNBC - 2d -
Tesla's June robotaxi deadline looms as political backlash builds over Elon Musk
CNBC took multiple rides with Tesla owners using Full Self-Driving (Supervised), experiencing its strengths, weaknesses and ongoing evolution.CNBC - 16h -
How DOGE Is Changing the Process for SBA Loans
Elon Musk’s DOGE recently announced that the SBA will be placing new age requirements on business loans amid sweeping staffing cuts.Inc. - 6d -
DOGE is using AI the wrong way
President Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative is misapplying artificial intelligence and missing its full potential.The Hill - 5d -
The Proud Boys and Militias Come to Tesla’s Defense
After weeks of “Tesla Takedown” protests, extremist groups are showing up to back Elon Musk’s beleaguered car company.Wired - 5d -
What’s at Stake in Wisconsin
Elon Musk sees the state’s Supreme Court race as a way of preserving Republicans’ power in Washington.The New York Times - 5d -
2/25: CBS Morning News
Musk gives federal workers "another chance" to justify their jobs; Blue Ghost spacecraft shares stunning footage of the moon.CBS News - 4d -
Feb 25: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
Musk renews threats to fire federal employees; Blue Origin launches 10th space tourism flight.CBS News - 4d -
Federal Judge Allows DOGE to Take Over $500 Million Office Building for Free
It’s the culmination of a weeks-long standoff between Elon Musk’s DOGE team and the United States Institute of Peace.Wired - 4d -
Tesla decelerates as its vehicle shipments slid 13% in first quarter
Tesla is seeing softer demand for its electric vehicles amid protests over Elon Musk's government role at DOGE.CBS News - 3d -
Fla., Wis. races are possible glimpses into how midterms may be approached: ANALYSIS
If Elon Musk continues to intervene in elections in a similar fashion, Democrats may have a winning playbook to replicate.ABC News - 3d -
The Tesla Takedown Puts a Big Dent in Tesla’s Sales
Consumers are showing a growing distaste for the company under the leadership of Elon Musk, with vehicle deliveries braking well short of projections.Inc. - 3d -
FirstFT: Reaction to Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs
Also in today’s newsletter, Nato’s role in Ukraine peacekeeping force, and Musk calls reports of White House departure ‘fake news’Financial Times - 2d -
2/28: America Decides
Trump clashes with Zelenskyy in White House meeting; WIRED: Musk's DOGE is 'worse than you think'CBS News - 1d -
DOGE Accesses Federal Payroll System Over Objections of Career Staff
Elon Musk’s team gains visibility into sensitive information about hundreds of thousands of government workers despite security concerns raised by IT officials.The New York Times - 5d -
Why a Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Is All About Trump
Elon Musk’s prominent role in the most expensive judicial race in American history has helped turn Tuesday’s election into a battle over national politics.The New York Times - 5d -
Tesla EVs, charging stations targeted by possible arson in Italy and France
Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties.CBS News - 5d -
Tesla plunges 36% in first quarter, worst performance for any period since 2022
Tesla had its third-worst quarter ever in the first three months of the year, a stretch that's corresponded with Elon Musk's time with the Trump administration.CNBC - 5d -
Do Tesla’s Woes Signal a Nearing End to DOGE?
Remarks by the president and others by Elon Musk, indicate the Tesla CEO may need to leave DOGE and focus on reversing his company’s sliding fortunes.Inc. - 4d -
Senate Democrats open investigation into reports AI could replace contract workers at Education Department
Senate Democrats are opening an investigation into reports that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is attempting to replace some contract workers at the Education Department ...The Hill - 3d -
DOGE Adviser’s Hacking Claims Underscore Importance of Vetting Digital Histories
A veteran of Elon Musk’s companies, now working in the Justice Department, previously bragged about hacking software and taking a rival’s customer data.Inc. - 1d -
Mar 31: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET
President Trump to roll out new tariffs on April 2; Elon Musk hands out $1 million checks to Wisconsin voters.CBS News - 1d -
Dear DOGE: Save a trillion, but by cutting red tape, not services
Elon Musk's recent shift in tone and the Department of Government Efficiency's firing of probationary employees demonstrate the need to measure twice and cut once, and to eliminate GSA, GPRA, and ...The Hill - 1d -
Bernie Sanders warns the U.S. is now a "pseudo-democracy"
Preview: In an interview to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 6, the Vermont Senator decries the influence of billionaires such as Elon Musk on the political process.CBS News - 1d -
DOGE arrives at Peace Corps, is set to gain access to internal systems: Sources
Members of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency arrived at the Peace Corps headquarters on Friday to begin a review of their internal systems, sources said.ABC News - 1d -
‘It is about vulnerable guys’: violent far-right groups in Sweden recruit boys as young as 10
Validated by Trump, Musk and the manosphere, far-right extremists pull in boys online and use bodybuilding and fight clubs to further their white supremacist agenda. Driving through western Sweden, ...The Guardian - 6d -
Inside the first special elections since Trump's return to office
Elon Musk is going all in on a race to pick a new supreme court judge in Wisconsin, even offering two $1 million prizes to voters willing to sign a petition against “activist judges.” Meanwhile, ...NBC News - 4d -
Booker intends on 'disrupting normal business' of Senate in marathon floor speech
Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., has been speaking on the Senate floor for over 15 hours in an effort to protest President Trump and Elon Musk, saying he hopes to disrupt "normal business" by speaking for ...NBC News - 4d -
Who Wins the Battle of CEO Health Hacks?
From cold plunges to sleep deprivation, tech titans Jack Dorsey and Elon Musk take radically different approaches to optimizing performance. Who has the better strategy for you?Inc. - 4d