

The DOGE Resistance
Feb 28, 2025
Ryan Mac, a tech reporter at the New York Times and co-author of "Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter," dives into the turmoil within the U.S. Digital Service following mass resignations over leadership changes. He discusses the challenges of transparency and accountability amidst pressure from new directives. The conversation also covers the political repercussions of these events, the role of social media in shaping public perception, and the looming threat of a government shutdown, all in the shadow of Musk’s influence.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Workers Speak Out: Transparency and Resignation
01:44 • 5min
Leadership and Accountability in Federal Agencies
06:37 • 9min
Legal Hurdles and Political Resignation Fallout
15:18 • 4min
Town Halls and Social Media: The Political Pushback
18:53 • 5min
Impending Government Shutdown and Political Blame
24:22 • 3min