Elon Musk, the world's richest person, holds the title of special government employee in the Trump administration, specifically overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Musk will excuse himself from any conflicts related to his federal contracts, emphasizing that he has complied with applicable federal laws. Critics express concerns over Musk's significant influence within the administration, noting that his status as a temporary government employee allows him to circumvent stricter ethics rules typically imposed on full-time federal workers.
Musk's special government employee status allows him to bypass fuller disclosure obligations while still being asked to follow conflict-of-interest ethics policies.
Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Elon Musk will excise himself from potential conflicts involving federal contracts his companies hold, following applicable federal laws.
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