In a recent closed-door meeting, President Trump reassured his Cabinet that they would be responsible for any staff reductions, not Elon Musk, who has been a polarizing figure in the administration’s restructuring of federal agencies. Trump's statement aims to clarify Musk's advisory role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has sparked criticism due to its perceived lack of transparency. Lawmakers across the aisle have expressed concerns about the uncertainty surrounding Musk's influence over federal staffing decisions, emphasizing the need for agency leaders to have the final say on these matters.
Trump emphasized to his Cabinet that they hold authority over staff reductions, stating, 'I don't want to see a big cut where a lot of good people are cut.'
Musk serves as a 'special government employee' advising Trump but lacks the power to set policy, as clarified amidst ongoing confusion over DOGE.
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