Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is facing a tug-of-war in U.S. courts! ⚖️🛑 A federal judge in Manhattan has extended a block on DOGE’s access to the Treasury Department’s payment systems, keeping trillions of dollars out of reach for now.
Meanwhile, another judge gave a thumbs up for DOGE to access records at the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. This means Musk’s team can still dig into those areas to find and cut out government waste. 💼🔍
The DOGE initiative, backed by former President Donald Trump, aims to streamline government operations and reduce unnecessary spending. However, 19 Democratic state attorneys general argue that DOGE doesn’t have the legal authority to access sensitive personal information, raising concerns about privacy and potential disruptions to essential services like health clinics and preschools.
With over 70 lawsuits challenging Trump’s efforts to shrink government size, this latest ruling adds another twist to the ongoing battle. Musk celebrated the Manhattan judge’s decision on social media, calling it a \"HUGE win!\" 📱✨
As the legal drama continues, both sides are gearing up for more courtroom showdowns. Stay tuned as DOGE’s access to other government departments could soon be on the line!
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U.S. judges bar Musk's DOGE from Treasury, allow access to labor
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