A new legal battle is unfolding over Elon Musk’s authority to reshape the federal government and access sensitive information.
Attorneys general from 14 states have filed a coordinated lawsuit aiming to strip Musk of the extensive power he has acquired under President Donald Trump’s administration.
The Lawsuit Against Musk’s Power
The lawsuit, filed on February 13, 2025, in Washington, DC, takes aim at Musk’s role as the head of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
The group argues that Musk’s power is virtually unchecked, and that the billionaire’s influence extends far beyond his remit.
The complaint accuses Musk of undertaking actions that should be well outside of his jurisdiction and calls for a ban on his access to sensitive government data and staffing decisions.
Musk’s Efforts to Dismantle Federal Departments
Musk’s controversial efforts to cut costs and reduce waste in federal departments have raised the ire of Democrats and federal employees alike.
As part of his mission, Musk and his team of engineers have been systematically dismantling federal agencies, a process that has sparked protests and outrage across the country.
President Trump continues to back Musk’s actions, framing them as a crucial part of his broader goal to reform the government.
In stark contrast, Democratic attorneys general are challenging Musk’s authority to act on Trump’s behalf.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, speaking alongside other state officials, stated their intention to have Musk’s directives invalidated by the court.
The Call for Restraining Orders and Legal Consequences
The group of attorneys general is pushing for a court order to stop Musk’s actions and for the removal of his team’s access to federal data.
They also want to prevent DOGE from making further changes to government contracts or handling public funds.
The lawsuit also calls for investigations into how any data obtained through unlawful agency access has been used by Musk and his team.
Trump’s Support for Musk and the DOGE Efforts
Despite the growing legal challenges, President Trump continues to express full support for Musk’s mission.
Musk, who has been described as a “successful guy” by Trump, is seen as the perfect candidate to lead the charge in reforming federal agencies.
Trump has highlighted Musk’s accomplishments and has touted the success of his team in reducing government waste, including a reported $45.44 billion in savings.
Musk’s team has also been focusing on reducing the number of government employees, targeting those in their probationary periods.
President Trump, who previously implemented a hiring freeze, has praised Musk for taking decisive action.
Lawsuits and Layoffs Amid Government Reform
As Musk’s team continues to push for large-scale layoffs, multiple lawsuits have been filed to halt the ongoing reforms.
A federal judge recently lifted a temporary freeze on Trump’s buyout offer to federal workers, which is part of a larger effort to shrink the government workforce.
The buyout offer is expected to save billions of dollars, with estimates suggesting that between 5% and 10% of federal workers could take the offer.
Despite the legal battles, President Trump remains firmly behind Musk’s efforts.
He has repeatedly praised Musk for his leadership, stating that his team, which began with only a small group of experts, has now grown to nearly 100 people working to uncover what Trump calls “massive fraud” within federal agencies.
As the lawsuits and reforms continue, it remains to be seen how this legal and political battle will unfold in the coming months.
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