A lawsuit filed by attorneys general from 14 states takes aim at Elon Musk's actions at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). They assert that Musk, who has been accessing government data and issuing directives, lacks the authority typically assigned to a Senate-confirmed official. The suit seeks to invalidate his powers, demanding he report unauthorized data use, destroy such data, and cease changes to public fund disbursements. Musk's push for drastic federal budget cuts and agency eliminations has raised significant concerns among Democratic leaders regarding government oversight and accountability.
The lawsuit claims that Musk's actions at the Department of Government Efficiency can only be executed by a Senate-confirmed official, citing constitutional provisions.
Lawyers argue Musk is exercising 'virtually unchecked power' that threatens to alter government operations without lawful authority.
AG Dana Nessel stated, 'We are asking the court to invalidate his directives and actions and to issue a restraining order'.
Musk's advocacy for deleting entire federal agencies raises concerns among constituents, suggestive of a radical restructuring of government priorities.
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