Democratic polling finds Elon Musk is unpopular

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Elon Musk’s Financial Disclosure Will Not Be Made Public

The billionaire, who is serving President Trump as an unpaid “special government employee,” will file a confidential report on his financial interests, according to a White House official.
The New York Times - 3h
Behind Elon Musk’s Hostile Bid for Control of OpenAI

The tech mogul is unlikely to win. But his goal may be more about making life difficult for the A.I. start-up and its leader, Sam Altman.
The New York Times - 5h
Poll analysis: Increasing numbers of Democrats want their party to oppose Trump

Democrats express mixed confidence in Democratic congressional leaders' ability to oppose Trump.
CBS News - 20h
As Elon Musk Attacks DEI, Tesla Quietly Addresses Racism Complaints

The company’s board pledged to investors that it would pay closer attention to how the company managed workers.
The New York Times - 5d
DOGE Caucus Democrat: 'Elon’s been doing it all himself'

Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.), a member of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus in the House, said members of Congress have so far been excluded from discussions about ways to ...
The Hill - 2h
Federal employees deserve respect — not Elon Musk

In the name of “efficiency,” the Trump administration is waging a cruel war on federal employees, who now live in chaos and fear.
The Hill - 3h
The Pharmaceutical Industry Heads Into Elon Musk’s Wood Chipper

Who needs N.I.H. grants? A lot of red-state universities, for one.
The New York Times - 3h
Behind Elon Musk’s Hostile Bid for Control of OpenAI

The tech mogul is unlikely to win. But his goal may be more about making life difficult for the A.I. start-up and its leader, Sam Altman.
The New York Times - 5h
Senate Democrat: ‘Musk is about subverting Constitution’

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) sharply criticized Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) leader Elon Musk for what he argued is “subverting the Constitution.” Wyden joined MSNBC’s Jen Psaki on Monday ...
The Hill - 5h
Majority of Americans approve of Trump's job performance so far, CBS News poll finds

The first CBS News poll of President Trump's second term shows him with a significantly higher approval rating than he enjoyed his first time in office. CBS News executive director of elections and ...
CBS News - 18h
Poll analysis: Increasing numbers of Democrats want their party to oppose Trump

Democrats express mixed confidence in Democratic congressional leaders' ability to oppose Trump.
CBS News - 20h
As Musk, Trump administration target CFPB, Democrats defend consumer watchdog

The agency is at a virtual standstill as Elon Musk's DOGE and the White House's Russell Vought take over.
ABC News - 20h
Democrats rally against Musk: ‘Hands off our Social Security’

Democrats rallied against billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, who also heads up President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), outside the Social Security Administration’s headquarters ...
The Hill - 21h
Trump gets high approval ratings for his first weeks, new CBS poll finds

President Donald Trump received positive marks on immigration policy, his handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict and more.
CNBC - 22h
Democrats demand conflict-of-interest answers over Elon Musk ‘Doge’ role

Adam Schiff warns in letter to White House that Trump ally may use role to ‘shield his companies from federal scrutiny’. The California senator Adam Schiff has demanded answers about Elon Musk ’s ...
The Guardian - 23h
Elon Musk’s assault on the US federal bureaucracy

Supposed efficiency drive is providing cover for a power grab by the executive branch
Financial Times - 1d
A tidal wave of resistance is coming for Elon Musk

Musk’s outrageous behavior is lighting a fresh fire under Democrats in Congress.
The Hill - 1d
Trump Expects Musk to Find Billions in Pentagon Waste Next

The Pentagon’s budget is roughly $1 trillion per year.
Inc. - 1d
How Elon Musk is using tech to DOGE the government

Elon Musk is using his tech and leadership playbook in a crusade against the federal bureaucracy as he and his allies attempt to gain access to sensitive information and use emerging tech to speed ...
The Hill - 1d
Ella Baron on Elon Musk butchering USAid – cartoon

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The Guardian - 2d
Elon Musk Does Not Want to Buy TikTok

The mogul says acquiring already-established companies like TikTok is not really his style.
Inc. - 2d
Who is part of DOGE leader Elon Musk's family?

Elon Musk is taking an influential Washington role but remains private about his family and life out of the spotlight.
The Hill - 3d
Who is helping Elon Musk gut the US government?

The billionaire’s cost-cutting ‘Doge’ staff includes wealthy executives, far-right ideologues and young engineers. Elon Musk’s rapid attempt to defund and depopulate the federal government has ...
The Guardian - 3d
What does Elon Musk believe?

The man given free rein by Trump to crusade against the federal government supported Democrats until 2022. But some of Musk’s longstanding positions lead a straight line to his far-right ...
The Guardian - 3d
As Ground Shifts, ‘Flailing’ Democrats Struggle to Find Footing in Diversity Fight

President Trump’s aggressive moves against transgender rights and diversity, equity and inclusion programs have left the Democratic Party casting about for a strategy for how to respond.
The New York Times - 3d
Democrats Take Aim at Elon Musk

It’s the first sign of unified opposition for a rudderless and leaderless Democratic Party.
The New York Times - 3d
Democrats demand probe into Musk's alleged 'conflicts' over billions in fed contracts

House Judiciary Democrats sent a terse letter Friday to Attorney General Pam Bondi, expressing concerns that Elon Musk’s role at DOGE creates "conflicts of interest."
ABC News - 3d
Inside Elon Musk's government takeover

A tech-focused media outlet has become a premiere source for breaking news on Elon Musk, his inner circle and their efforts to reshape the federal government. Katie Drummond, global editorial ...
CBS News - 3d
This Is How Democrats Can Counter Elon Musk

Recklessness will not get us to a revitalized government, but neither will excessive caution and addiction to procedure.
The New York Times - 4d
Elon Musk’s journey from climate champion to backing EV-bashing Trump

Musk believes Tesla’s rivals are more vulnerable to Trump’s moves against electric vehicles. Donald Trump ’s attempts to slash incentives for electric cars would cause sales of the vehicles to ...
The Guardian - 4d
Elon Musk Thinks Air Traffic Control Needs Innovation. Does it?

Musk’s delusions are powered by a common illusion.
Inc. - 4d
Elon Musk vs The US Government

Musk says "it's now or never" for his revolution
BBC News - 4d
Elon Musk’s DOGE Is Working on a Custom Chatbot Called GSAi

The chatbot is part of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump’s ambitions to use AI and other technologies to cut costs and modernize the US government.
Wired - 4d
As Elon Musk Attacks DEI, Tesla Quietly Addresses Racism Complaints

The company’s board pledged to investors that it would pay closer attention to how the company managed workers.
The New York Times - 5d
Elon Musk’s Takeover Is Causing Rifts in Donald Trump’s Inner Circle

“He’s getting too big for his breeches,” says one Trumpworld source.
Wired - 6d
The Far Right Has a New Hero: Elon Musk

Elon Musk’s takeover of the federal government has inspired adoration from far-right communities online that used to be reserved for Donald Trump.
Wired - 6d

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