THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Stephen Miller Rages at CNN Host as Musk’s Latest DOGE Fiasco Implodes
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Feb 19, 2025 Jill Lawrence, a writer for The Bulwark, joins the conversation to dissect the chaos surrounding Stephen Miller's fiery response to tough questions about Elon Musk's government efficiency claims. She analyzes how Musk's ridiculous assertions about Social Security fraud are unraveling the MAGA mythology. The discussion highlights the disconnect between corporate power and public accountability and questions the sustainability of political narratives that claim to root out waste and fraud. Expect sharp insights on transparency and the implications for the Republican party.
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Miller's Meltdown on CNN
- Stephen Miller, during a CNN interview, got questioned about Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
- He responded with an angry rant, deflecting specifics and resorting to talking points about Trump and Musk's supposed findings of government waste.
Debunked DOGE Claims
- Elon Musk claimed DOGE found 150-year-olds receiving Social Security, and Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt echoed claims of dead people receiving benefits.
- Even pro-MAGA journalist Trish Regan debunked this, admitting DOGE's overreach.
DOGE's Damaging Impact
- DOGE's actions are endangering essential government functions, including aviation safety, nuclear security, and USAID operations.
- This reveals a need for a functioning government, not a corrupted one.