MEDIA BUZZmeter Elon Musk Defends Cutbacks Despite Mistakes, Still Calls Sen. Mark Kelly a Traitor
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Mar 28, 2025 Elon Musk stirs controversy by calling Senator Mark Kelly a traitor for his Ukraine support. The discussion dives into Trump's withdrawal of Elise Stefanik's ambassadorship and its effects on a fragile Republican majority. The potential cuts to FEMA raise alarms about disaster recovery efficiency, while critiques of Pentagon management highlight urgent national concerns. Amid this, reflections on public figures and their societal perceptions weave through the commentary.
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Musk vs. Kelly
- Elon Musk defended DOGE cuts and his "traitor" comment about Senator Mark Kelly in an interview with Bret Baier.
- Kelly responded on CNN, highlighting his military and political service and questioning Musk's allegiances.
Hegseth's Signal Scandal
- Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny for texting sensitive military information in a Signal group chat, raising concerns about his judgment.
- While the White House publicly defends him, some officials privately doubt his experience and ability to handle crises.
Stefanik's Nomination
- Trump withdrew Elise Stefanik's U.N. ambassador nomination due to the GOP's slim House majority.
- Stefanik was reportedly upset but ultimately stayed in Congress, highlighting Republicans' precarious position.
