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DOGE, Lies, and Executive Power

Musk Ran DOGE Until the Lawsuits Came—Now the White House Says He’s Just an ‘Adviser’

Feb 19, 2025
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The White House recently attempted a sleight of hand in response to mounting legal challenges against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and Elon Musk’s role. The administration, which had spent months portraying Musk as the mastermind behind DOGE, suddenly reframed his position. Now, Musk is not the de facto leader of DOGE, as previously im…

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