Slate News What Next TBD | Is Elon Musk Unstoppable?
Feb 7, 2025
In this intriguing discussion, guest Makena Kelly, a senior writer at WIRED focusing on politics and technology, delves into Elon Musk's ambitious government initiatives. She addresses the anxieties of federal employees under Musk's Doge program, exploring potential job security threats amidst efficiency drives. The conversation highlights the legal and political murkiness surrounding Musk's actions and their implications for democratic accountability. Kelly raises concerns on the growing influence of wealth in U.S. agencies, questioning the balance between private interests and public service.
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GSA Meeting
- GSA tech employees met with Thomas Shedd, a former Tesla engineer now heading Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (Doge).
- Shedd discussed turning GSA into an AI-first agency, mirroring a Silicon Valley software company.
Employee Uncertainty
- Federal employees' futures are uncertain due to Doge's influence.
- A federal judge delayed the resignation deadline offered by Doge, but employees still face many unanswered questions.
Musk's Influence
- Elon Musk's team aims to drastically cut the federal government, impacting millions of workers.
- This unprecedented situation involves a billionaire with significant government contracts influencing the livelihoods of federal employees.