Elon Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has sparked criticism regarding potential conflicts of interest, as the agency aims to cut trillions in federal spending, targeting regulatory groups that have investigated Musk's practices. Critics, including journalist Eric Lipton, argue that this position could directly benefit Musk's vast business interests, particularly his extensive government contracts. Furthermore, the agency was recently the subject of a contentious House subcommittee meeting where concerns arose over the implications of budget cuts on American social safety programs.
At a minimum, it's an appearance of conflict of interest, says journalist Eric Lipton, who is investigating Musk and DOGE for The New York Times.
Musk's business empire is a major beneficiary of government contracts, and all of the disruption that is happening across the federal government has benefited his operations.
Drop Site News has revealed that procurement plans from the State Department include some $400 million to buy new Tesla armored Cybertrucks.
This entire plan is about hurting the American social safety net and destroying our institutions.
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