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Current Climate: DOGE Cuts Are Undermining Wildfire Readiness: In this week's Current Climate newsletter, DOGE cuts are creating worries over wildfire ...
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Current Climate: DOGE Cuts Are Undermining Wildfire Readiness
DOGE is carrying out necessary and long-overdue work | Letters: Iowans get their say on Elon Musk, school choice, climate change and Anthony Fauci in letters ...
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DOGE is carrying out necessary and long-overdue work | Letters
OpenAI board rejects Musk's $97.4 billion offer: OpenAI on Friday rejected a $97.4 billion bid from a consortium led by billionaire Elon Musk for the ChatGPT ...
reuters.com/technology/openai-board-rejects-musks-974-billion-offer-2025-02-14/
OpenAI board rejects Musk's $97.4 billion offer
Quick Glance: OpenAI rejects Musk's $97.4 billion bid
  • OpenAI has rejected a $97.4 billion bid from a consortium led by Elon Musk, stating the organization is not for sale.

  • The company aims to strengthen its nonprofit structure while Musk threatens to withdraw his offer if OpenAI remains nonprofit.

  • Elon Musk and Sam Altman have had a strained relationship since Musk left OpenAI in 2019, questioning the organization's profit-driven approach.

  • Musk has taken legal action to prevent OpenAI from transitioning to a for-profit structure.
UK's Royal Society to discuss fellows' behaviours amid Musk controversy: The Royal Society scientific academy said it would hold a meeting to discuss principles ...
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UK's Royal Society to discuss fellows' behaviours amid Musk controversy
Quick Glance: Scientists Demand Royal Society to Expel Elon Musk
  • The Royal Society faces pressure to expel Elon Musk after over 1,700 scientists signed an open letter expressing their concerns.

  • The letter criticizes Musk's public statements and calls for the Royal Society to clarify how his behavior aligns with its code of conduct.

  • Prominent members, including professors from leading universities, have resigned due to the Royal Society's inaction.

  • A meeting of the Royal Society Fellowship is scheduled for March 3 to discuss principles regarding public statements and member behavior.
Country Singer Dumps Tesla After Due to Elon Musk Distaste: A country singer has decided to get rid of her Tesla because she's not a fan of Elon Musk.
newsweek.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/sheryl-crow-dumps-tesla-elon-musk-2031762
Country Singer Dumps Tesla After Due to Elon Musk Distaste
Quick Glance: Country Singer Ends Tesla Relationship Over Musk Dislike
  • Sheryl Crow has decided to part ways with her Tesla due to her dislike for Elon Musk.

  • In an Instagram post, Crow emphasized the importance of values and bid farewell to the vehicle.

  • She plans to donate the proceeds to NPR to support the pursuit of truth.

  • No details have been provided about what vehicle Crow will choose next.
Is Elon Musk Auditing Fort Knox's Gold Reserve? What We Know: Amid speculation about U.S. gold reserves, Musk says he wants to tour Fort Knox and uncover the ...
newsweek.com/elon-musk-auditing-fort-knox-2032128
Is Elon Musk Auditing Fort Knox's Gold Reserve? What We Know
Quick Glance: Elon Musk Eyes Inspection of Fort Knox Gold Reserves
  • Elon Musk expressed interest in touring Fort Knox to uncover the truth about U.S. gold reserves.

  • The last complete audit of the gold reserves occurred in the 1950s, raising doubts about the reliability of reported figures.

  • Calls for an audit have emerged, as discrepancies could significantly impact global gold markets.

  • It remains uncertain whether Musk and his task force will gain access to Fort Knox for a thorough inspection.
Musk signals DOGE could look into gold at Fort Knox: Tech billionaire Elon Musk signaled Monday that he will be looking into Fort Knox, where the United States ...
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Musk signals DOGE could look into gold at Fort Knox
Tesla Owners Ditching Cars in Protest Over Elon Musk: Many people plan to sell due to Musk's political actions, while prospective buyers say the CEO has deterred ...
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Tesla Owners Ditching Cars in Protest Over Elon Musk
Quick Glance: Tesla Sales Decline: Musk's Influence Uncertain
  • Tesla experienced a historic drop in sales, with a 1% global decline last year.

  • Loyalty among Tesla buyers in blue states decreased, resulting in a 1 percentage point loss in market share.

  • A survey indicates that 32% of US buyers would not consider Tesla, marking an increase from previous years.

  • Tesla faces multiple challenges, including rising competition and political controversies surrounding CEO Elon Musk.
How Popular Is Elon Musk's DOGE? Very, According to Focus Group: Out of the 11 people from Arizona who participated in the focus group held by Engagious and Sago ...
newsweek.com/elon-musk-popularity-doge-focus-group-2031298
How Popular Is Elon Musk's DOGE? Very, According to Focus Group
Canadian man sells both Teslas, cancels Cybertruck order to boycott Elon Musk: Alain Roy says he loves his Tesla model Y and S EVs for all their high-tech ...
globalnews.ca/news/11018242/canadian-man-sells-teslas-boycott-elon-musk/
Canadian man sells both Teslas, cancels Cybertruck order to boycott Elon ...
Elon Musk reportedly bids to buy OpenAI: It's a huge gambit, amid pending litigation between the two sides.
axios.com/2025/02/10/elon-musk-openai-bid
Elon Musk reportedly bids to buy OpenAI
Ashley St. Clair Gives Update on Elon Musk's Response to Alleged 13th Child: While the billionaire has not responded to reports he has a new baby, St ...
newsweek.com/ashley-st-clair-update-elon-musk-response-alleged-13th-child-2031913
Ashley St. Clair Gives Update on Elon Musk's Response to Alleged 13th ...
Washington Post refuses to run ‘Fire Elon Musk’ ad: ‘Who’s running this country: Donald Trump or Elon Musk,’ reads the advert, which was intended for Tuesday’s ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/washington-post-musk-doge-ad-trump-b2699407.html
Washington Post refuses to run ‘Fire Elon Musk’ ad
As Elon Musk welcomes 13th kid, his trans daughter says she got to know about half-siblings online ‘SIX SEPARATE TIMES’
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As Elon Musk welcomes 13th kid, his trans daughter says she got to know ...
Quick Glance: Ashley St Clair Claims Elon Musk is Father of Her Child
  • Ashley St Clair, a right-wing influencer, claims to be the mother of Elon Musk's 13th child, born five months ago.

  • She expressed concerns about the child's privacy as media outlets show interest in her story.

  • St Clair's representative stated that she and Musk have been working on an agreement regarding their child's upbringing.

  • Musk has only indirectly responded to the claims, commenting on speculation about their relationship.
Hate speech dramatically increased on X under Elon Musk's watch, researchers say: A new analysis shows a spike in hate speech on the platform once the ...
fastcompany.com/91273659/hate-speech-dramatically-increased-on-x-under-musks-watch-researchers-say
Hate speech dramatically increased on X under Elon Musk's watch ...
Tesla drops 6% after BYD partners with DeepSeek, Musk adds to DOGE distractions with OpenAI bid
cnbc.com/2025/02/11/tesla-drops-7percent-on-self-driving-competition-musk-openai-distractions.html
Tesla drops 6% after BYD partners with DeepSeek, Musk adds to DOGE ...
Quick Glance: Tesla's Aggressive Lawsuits Against Customers in China
  • Tesla has filed multiple lawsuits in China against dissatisfied customers and critical media, winning all cases, including one against Zhang Yazhou, who complained about brake failures in her vehicle.

  • The company employs aggressive legal strategies to silence critics, leveraging support from the Communist Party in the process.

  • Despite these courtroom victories, the chances for consumers to win cases against Tesla remain extremely low, as the majority of lawsuits against the company end in defeat.

  • Zhang and other customers have argued that Tesla aims to create a chilling effect on society to suppress negative comments about its cars.
Who Is Ashley St. Clair? Author Says She's Had Elon Musk's 13th Child: The conservative influencer said she made the announcement to prevent the baby's existence ...
newsweek.com/who-ashley-st-clair-author-elon-musk-13th-child-2031703
Who Is Ashley St. Clair? Author Says She's Had Elon Musk's 13th Child
India's Modi talks space and 'good governance' with Musk in Washington: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Thursday in ...
reuters.com/world/indias-modi-holds-meeting-with-billionaire-tesla-ceo-musk-2025-02-13/
India's Modi talks space and 'good governance' with Musk in Washington
Quick Glance: Modi and Musk Discuss Technology and Space Cooperation
  • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Elon Musk in Washington to discuss topics including space, mobility, and technology.

  • The discussions also covered opportunities to enhance cooperation in emerging technologies and good governance.

  • A key focus was on SpaceX's Starlink entry into the Indian market, which faces regulatory challenges.

  • Musk's role in the U.S. government raises political controversies, particularly regarding potential conflicts of interest.
DOGE seeks access to highly sensitive taxpayer data at IRS: Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is seeking access to the Internal Revenue Service’s ...
cnn.com/2025/02/17/politics/doge-irs-taxpayer-data/
DOGE seeks access to highly sensitive taxpayer data at IRS
Quick Glance: DOGE Pursues Access to IRS's Sensitive Taxpayer Data
  • Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is seeking access to the IRS's sensitive taxpayer data system.

  • Software engineer Gavin Kliger is expected to work as an adviser at the IRS for at least 120 days.

  • The proposed agreement would grant DOGE extensive access to critical tax data that is legally protected.

  • Democratic senators express concerns over potential misuse of taxpayer data by DOGE personnel.
Judge expected to rule in 24 hours in case that aims to sharply curtail Musk's DOGE
reuters.com/legal/judge-calls-rare-hearing-holiday-case-against-musks-doge-2025-02-17/
Judge expected to rule in 24 hours in case that aims to sharply curtail ...
Quick Glance: Rare Holiday Hearing Scheduled for Musk's DOGE Case
  • A U.S. judge has scheduled an unusual court hearing on a holiday to address a lawsuit by Democratic state attorneys general against Elon Musk's DOGE team.

  • The attorneys general seek a temporary restraining order to prevent the DOGE team from accessing information systems of several federal agencies.

  • Musk's DOGE team was appointed by President Trump to eliminate wasteful spending, resulting in significant job cuts.

  • Approximately 20 lawsuits have been filed against Musk, with different judges issuing varying rulings on the matter.
Elon Musk Raises Alarm Over Social Security: The Social Security Administration has come under the scrutiny of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
newsweek.com/elon-musk-raises-alarm-social-security-doge-2032052
Elon Musk Raises Alarm Over Social Security
Airbnb Co-Founder Joe Gebbia Joins Growing DOGE Team Under Elon Musk: Joe Gebbia is the latest tech guru to join Elon Musk's growing team of staffers within DOGE ...
newsweek.com/airbnb-joe-gebbia-doge-team-mmebers-elon-musk-2032324
Airbnb Co-Founder Joe Gebbia Joins Growing DOGE Team Under Elon Musk
Quick Glance: Joe Gebbia Joins Elon Musk's DOGE Team
  • Joe Gebbia, co-founder of Airbnb, has joined Elon Musk's DOGE team focused on cost-cutting.

  • His background in disruptive business models will assist Musk in identifying and reducing inefficient federal expenditures.

  • DOGE has already proposed significant budget cuts, including the dissolution of agencies like USAID.

  • With Gebbia's addition to DOGE, further budget reviews and increased private-sector collaboration are anticipated.
Elon Musk wants to buy OpenAI: This is how CEO Sam Altman reacts to the offer: Elon Musk wants to buy OpenAI through a group of investors. The offer amounts to ...
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Elon Musk wants to buy OpenAI: This is how CEO Sam Altman reacts to the ...
Quick Glance: Elon Musk Seeks Control Over OpenAI
  • An investor group led by Elon Musk plans to take control of OpenAI, presenting a $97.4 billion offer.

  • Musk emphasizes the need for OpenAI to return to its original values as an open-source and safety-oriented organization.

  • OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responded to the offer with a sarcastic 'No, thanks' and instead offered Musk $9.74 billion for Twitter.

  • The controversies surrounding Musk's influence on OpenAI and the company's transition to a profit-oriented structure continue, as Musk has initiated legal actions against this transformation.
Last Week Tonight: John Oliver Calls Elon Musk a ‘Freak’: On the return of Last Week Tonight, John Oliver called Elon Musk ‘one of the worst white guys South ...
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Last Week Tonight: John Oliver Calls Elon Musk a ‘Freak’
Quick Glance: John Oliver's Grim Prediction for the Coming Years
  • John Oliver provided a bleak outlook on the next four years in his first 'Last Week Tonight' episode following Donald Trump's inauguration.

  • He criticized powerful men exploiting government for personal gain, highlighting troubling developments in the Trump administration.

  • Oliver emphasized the importance of solidarity with federal workers, recalling how public protests previously led to positive changes.

  • He urged acknowledgment of the dire situation while also seeking joy to endure through the challenging times ahead.
Hate speech dramatically increased on X under Elon Musk's watch, researchers say: A new analysis shows a spike in hate speech on the platform once the ...
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Hate speech dramatically increased on X under Elon Musk's watch ...
Exclusive: FDA staff reviewing Musk’s Neuralink were included in DOGE employee firings, sources say
reuters.com/world/us/fda-staff-reviewing-musks-neuralink-were-included-doge-employee-firings-sources-2025-02-17/
Exclusive: FDA staff reviewing Musk’s Neuralink were included in DOGE ...
Quick Glance: FDA Staff Reviewing Neuralink Terminated
  • FDA employees reviewing Elon Musk's Neuralink were fired recently.

  • Approximately 20 staff members from the FDA's neurological devices division were let go, potentially hindering safe processing of applications.

  • These layoffs were part of a broader workforce reduction and primarily affected probationary employees.

  • Experts express concerns regarding the safety of Neuralink's clinical trials as a result of these changes.
Anyone Can Hack Elon Musk’s DOGE Website, Coders Say: A prank message is still up on the site.
thedailybeast.com/anyone-can-hack-elon-musks-doge-website-coders-say/
Anyone Can Hack Elon Musk’s DOGE Website, Coders Say
US energy department says less than 50 purged from nuclear security office: U.S. President Donald Trump and his adviser Elon Musk purged less than 50 workers ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-energy-department-says-less-than-50-purged-nuclear-security-office-2025-02-16/
US energy department says less than 50 purged from nuclear security office
Quick Glance: Fewer than 50 Staff Purged from Nuclear Agency
  • The U.S. Energy Department reported that fewer than 50 workers were purged from the National Nuclear Security Administration after previously announcing 325 layoffs that were later rescinded.

  • This confusion distracted employees from critical national security tasks, as they were uncertain about their employment status.

  • Democratic lawmakers condemned the layoffs as 'shocking' and raised concerns about the potential impact on national and global security.

  • The NNSA will continue to fulfill its responsibilities for national security protection and non-proliferation efforts.
This Is the Way to Stop Elon Musk: Senate Democrats have the power to block federal contracts to Tesla and SpaceX. It’s the path to pushing Musk out of politics.
theintercept.com/2025/02/17/elon-musk-trump-government-tesla-spacex/
This Is the Way to Stop Elon Musk
Grok 3 launch LIVE Updates: ‘Smartest AI’ to be unveiled today, what to expect?: Grok 3 launch LIVE Updates: Elon Musk's xAI is launching its Grok 3 chatbot ...
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Grok 3 launch LIVE Updates: ‘Smartest AI’ to be unveiled today ...
Quick Glance: Musk Unveils Grok 3: Claims Superior AI Performance
  • Elon Musk's xAI launched the Grok 3 AI model, claiming it outperforms competitors from OpenAI and DeepSeek based on initial testing.

  • Grok 3 will be available for premium X subscribers starting immediately, with additional subscription options for web and app access.

  • Musk described the model as 'scary smart' with advanced reasoning capabilities and promised continuous improvements during its beta phase.

  • The AI market competition has intensified, particularly with the emergence of DeepSeek's model, while xAI doubled its GPU resources for training Grok 3.
Sheryl Crow gets rid of Tesla because of Musk, donates to NPR: Sheryl Crow waved goodbye to her black Tesla in a video shared to Instagram on Friday ...
businessinsider.com/sheryl-crow-says-got-rid-tesla-because-musk-donated-npr-2025-2
Sheryl Crow gets rid of Tesla because of Musk, donates to NPR
Musk’s Teenage DOGE Minion Was Once Fired for Leaking Employer’s Secrets: A report reveals Edward Coristine, the youngest of Elon Musk’s DOGE whiz kids ...
thedailybeast.com/musks-teenage-doge-minion-edward-coristine-was-once-fired-for-leaking-employers-secrets/
Musk’s Teenage DOGE Minion Was Once Fired for Leaking Employer’s Secrets
Fact-checking Trump and Musk's claims that they are cutting government 'fraud and abuse'
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Fact-checking Trump and Musk's claims that they are cutting ...
Elon Musk’s DOGE Posts Classified Data On Its New Website: “People are scrambling” to see if their sensitive information has been accessed by Musk’s programmers ...
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Elon Musk’s DOGE Posts Classified Data On Its New Website
CNBC Daily Open: Elon Musk’s money is not the issue for OpenAI: Elon Musk's 97-billion-dollar bid for OpenAI was soundly rejected by the artificial intelligence ...
cnbc.com/2025/02/17/cnbc-daily-open-elon-musks-money-is-not-the-issue-for-openai.html
CNBC Daily Open: Elon Musk’s money is not the issue for OpenAI
Trump administration says it has no plans to fulfill $400 million 'armored Tesla' contract
npr.org/2025/02/13/g-s1-48571/trump-administration-order-400-million-worth-of-armored-teslas
Trump administration says it has no plans to fulfill $400 million 'armored ...
California, other states sue over Elon Musk's virtually 'unchecked' power: The states' lawsuit claims that Musk has "roamed through the federal government ...
latimes.com/politics/story/2025-02-13/california-other-states-sue-over-elon-musks-virtually-unchecked-power-in-white-house
California, other states sue over Elon Musk's virtually 'unchecked' power
Quick Glance: State AGs Sue Musk and Trump Over Abuse of Power
  • A coalition of state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk and Donald Trump, accusing Musk of an "unlawful assault" on the federal government.

  • The lawsuit seeks to bar Musk from exercising authority and demands he disclose how he has used illegally obtained agency data.

  • Musk is also accused of having excessive control over the Department of Defense, which has significant contracts with his companies.

  • The attorneys argue that Musk's actions are unconstitutional since he has not been nominated or confirmed by the Senate.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Did Elon Musk's DOGE Violate FERPA?: TikTokers are urging student loan borrowers to lodge complaints and pursue legal action.
newsweek.com/student-loan-forgiveness-did-elon-musk-doge-violate-ferpa-2029971
Student Loan Forgiveness: Did Elon Musk's DOGE Violate FERPA?
No kings on Presidents Day protest in Boston: Nearly 1,000 people marched in the snow from the Statehouse in Boston to City Hall, chanting “Elon Musk has got to ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/02/17/nation/no-kings-on-presidents-day-protest/
No kings on Presidents Day protest in Boston
Quick Glance: Protests Against Trump and Musk on Presidents Day
  • On Presidents Day, numerous activists across the U.S. protested against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, viewed as threats to democracy.

  • The demonstrations, organized by the 50501 Movement and Indivisible, emphasized the message that there should be no kings on this day while criticizing Trump's and Musk's power grabs.

  • In various cities, including Boston and Phoenix, people gathered to oppose potential dictatorship and called for the removal of Musk and Trump.

  • Protesters expressed concerns about the dangers posed by reducing federal agencies and the implications for social security.
Elon Musk’s net worth falls below $400 billion for the first time this year after Tesla’s 27% stock avalanche
fortune.com/2025/02/11/elon-musk-net-worth-400-billion-tesla-stock/
Elon Musk’s net worth falls below $400 billion for the first time this ...
With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for ‘large-scale’ staff cuts
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-12-with-musk-at-his-side-trump-orders-us-agencies-to-plan-for-large-scale-staff-cuts/
With Musk at his side, Trump orders US agencies to plan for ‘large-scale’ ...
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. Pressured: CDC Staff Laid Off
  • Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed as head of the Health Department shortly after the Trump administration laid off half of the Epidemic Intelligence Service.

  • The layoffs affected over 1,200 employees and severely hindered the nation's ability to respond to emerging diseases.

  • Kennedy stated that public health employees had nothing to fear under his leadership while promoting a plan to address obesity and food regulation.

  • The layoffs and resulting uncertainties within the health agency raise concerns about the future safety of public health in the U.S.
Judge extends block on Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing Treasury systems: A U.S. judge on Friday extended a temporary block on Elon Musk's government cost-cutting ...
reuters.com/legal/judge-extends-block-elon-musks-doge-accessing-treasury-systems-2025-02-14/
Judge extends block on Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing Treasury systems
Quick Glance: Court Continues to Block Musk and DOGE's Treasury Access
  • A federal judge in Manhattan has decided to maintain the block on individuals associated with Elon Musk from accessing Treasury Department records while considering a preliminary injunction.

  • Judge Jeanette Vargas extended the temporary restraining order without ruling on a permanent injunction.

  • The lawsuit from 19 state attorneys general claims that access to sensitive financial data poses significant cybersecurity risks.

  • Concerns include the security of personal information and the potential for unlawful blocking of federal funds.
Elon Musk Finds DOGE’s Next Target: Gold Reserves at Fort Knox: The billionaire repeatedly suggested—without proof—that the gold reserves had disappeared.
thedailybeast.com/elon-musk-finds-doges-next-target-gold-reserves-at-fort-knox/
Elon Musk Finds DOGE’s Next Target: Gold Reserves at Fort Knox
Musk wants to ‘delete entire agencies’ from US government
reuters.com/world/us/musk-wants-delete-entire-agencies-us-government-2025-02-13/
Musk wants to ‘delete entire agencies’ from US government
Quick Glance: Musk Advocates for Radical Cuts in US Government
  • Elon Musk urged the US government to 'delete entire agencies' as a means to drastically cut federal spending.

  • He criticized the current system as bureaucratic rule rather than governance by the people.

  • Musk highlighted the necessity for a reset due to excessive regulation resulting from prolonged prosperity.

  • He raised concerns about US foreign intervention and questioned the effectiveness of agencies like USAID.
Musk's DOGE sends termination notices to over a dozen workers at federal IT department, Bloomberg reports
reuters.com/world/us/musks-doge-sends-termination-notices-over-dozen-workers-federal-it-department-2025-02-15/
Musk's DOGE sends termination notices to over a dozen workers at federal ...
Quick Glance: Musk's DOGE Terminates Over a Dozen Federal Employees
  • Elon Musk's DOGE team has terminated over a dozen employees at the U.S. Digital Services Office.

  • This action aligns with Trump's efforts to overhaul and reduce the size of the U.S. government.

  • The information comes from two individuals familiar with the situation.

  • Recently, DOGE has been seeking budget cuts across federal agencies.
US Treasury watchdog begins audit of DOGE access to federal payment system, AP reports
reuters.com/world/us/us-treasury-watchdog-begins-audit-doge-access-federal-payment-system-ap-reports-2025-02-14/
US Treasury watchdog begins audit of DOGE access to federal payment system ...
Quick Glance: Audit of DOGE's Access to Payment Systems Initiated
  • The Treasury Department's Office of Inspector General has begun an audit of the federal payment system's security controls following concerns raised by Democratic senators.

  • This audit will also review the past two years of transactions concerning alleged fraudulent payments claimed by Elon Musk's team.

  • Democratic senators demand transparency and a full accounting of DOGE's access and activities, while Musk claims to uncover waste and fraud.

  • Conflicting information has emerged regarding DOGE's access, including an incident where a team member mistakenly had editing capabilities before resigning.
Salman Rushdie really wants Elon Musk ‘to be the first man on Mars’: ‘I’m not a fan’
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/books/news/salman-rushdie-elon-musk-free-speech-mars-b2699875.html
Salman Rushdie really wants Elon Musk ‘to be the first man on Mars’: ‘I’m ...
Musk's DOGE team to visit US FAA command center on Monday: Personnel from Elon Musk's government downsizing team DOGE will visit the Federal Aviation ...
reuters.com/world/us/musks-doge-team-visit-us-faa-air-traffic-control-command-center-monday-2025-02-17/
Musk's DOGE team to visit US FAA command center on Monday
Elon Musk’s DOGE Shares Classified U.S. Intel With Entire World: Elon Musk’s minions posted classified data on their website for anyone to see.
newrepublic.com/post/191580/elon-musk-doge-classified-us-intel-data-website
Elon Musk’s DOGE Shares Classified U.S. Intel With Entire World
Trump Begins Firing FAA Air Traffic Control Staff Weeks After Fatal DC Plane Crash
huffpost.com/entry/doge-faa-firings_n_67b33e05e4b0c6b4a5049c8b
Trump Begins Firing FAA Air Traffic Control Staff Weeks After Fatal DC ...
Elon Musk's tactics frustrate some White House senior officials | Reuters: Trump’s chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and her team have at times felt out of the loop ...
reuters.com/world/us/trumps-white-house-musks-tactics-frustrate-some-senior-officials-sources-say-2025-02-14/
Elon Musk's tactics frustrate some White House senior officials | Reuters
Thousands Gather on Presidents’ Day to Call Trump a Tyrant: Protesters opposing broad swaths of President Trump’s agenda took the streets across the country ...
nytimes.com/2025/02/17/us/politics/trump-musk-protests-50501-presidents-day.html
Thousands Gather on Presidents’ Day to Call Trump a Tyrant
Banks sell down more X debt; just $1.3 billion now left on their books: Banks led by Morgan Stanley have sold to investors another chunky portion of loans that ...
reuters.com/business/finance/banks-sell-down-more-x-debt-just-13bln-now-left-their-books-2025-02-14/
Banks sell down more X debt; just $1.3 billion now left on their books
Ashley St. Clair Gives Update on Elon Musk’s Response to Alleged 13th Child
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Ashley St. Clair Gives Update on Elon Musk’s Response to Alleged 13th ...
Anti-Musk protests are expected to ramp up with Congress on recess: President Donald Trump's billionaire top lieutenant, Elon Musk, is the focus for thousands of ...
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Anti-Musk protests are expected to ramp up with Congress on recess
Elon Musk's Son Only Needs 1 Booger To Steal Show At White House Event: The Tesla mogul's 4-year-old son was seen on camera with a finger in his nose that he ...
huffpost.com/entry/elon-musk-son-white-house-booger-trump-desk_n_67abe5a7e4b0b904f1e2bcbf
Elon Musk's Son Only Needs 1 Booger To Steal Show At White House Event
Quick Glance: Mahomes Family Photo with Trump at Super Bowl
  • Patrick Mahomes' family took a photo with President Trump in a luxury suite before the Super Bowl, leading to online mockery.

  • Randi Mahomes, Patrick's mother, made her support for Trump clear while the Kansas City Chiefs faced a significant loss.

  • The photo featuring Trump, Randi, Jackson, and Mia Randall was shared by a special assistant to the president.

  • Following the Chiefs' defeat, numerous sarcastic comments emerged from Eagles supporters and Trump critics.
JD Vance says Germany should work with the far right AfD and not ignore ‘the will of the people’
independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/afd-germany-vance-far-right-immigration-b2698222.html
JD Vance says Germany should work with the far right AfD and not ignore ...
What is Bluesky? The new social media network explained: Tired of Musk's take on Twitter? Try out Bluesky
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What is Bluesky? The new social media network explained
Dubai Loop: Elon Musk to Build Huge Underground Road Network: Elon Musk's Boring Company has signed a deal to build the Dubai Loop, which Musk described as a ...
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Dubai Loop: Elon Musk to Build Huge Underground Road Network
‘Smash the broligarchy’: Protest in Seattle joins national Musk backlash: Nearly 100 people gathered outside a Tesla showroom in South Lake Union to protest Elon ...
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‘Smash the broligarchy’: Protest in Seattle joins national Musk backlash
Trump, Musk move to oust EPA staff in the Great Lakes region, including dozens responsible for protecting drinking water for 30 million in U.S. and Canada
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Trump, Musk move to oust EPA staff in the Great Lakes region ...
Quick Glance: EPA Employees Focused on Justice Placed on Leave
  • Nearly 170 employees from the EPA's Office of Environmental Justice were placed on paid administrative leave.

  • These employees primarily worked on initiatives aimed at addressing environmental harms to marginalized communities.

  • The decision, announced in a meeting, raises concerns about the future of the EPA's environmental justice efforts.

  • Experts warn that public health and democratic values are at risk despite efforts to dismantle the office by the Trump administration.
Elon Musk Says Team Behind CBS's '60 Minutes' Deserves 'A Long Prison Sentence': "60 Minutes are the biggest liars in the world!" the world's richest man wrote ...
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Elon Musk Says Team Behind CBS's '60 Minutes' Deserves 'A Long Prison ...
Elon Musk ridiculed a blind person on X. Then a mob went to work.: Musk’s unparalleled online reach on X has given him a powerful tool to attack individuals who ...
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Elon Musk ridiculed a blind person on X. Then a mob went to work.
Elon Musk and Tesla have a big problem in China: And Tesla's rivals continue to thrive in the region.
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Elon Musk and Tesla have a big problem in China
Elon Musk Demands Firing of ‘Disgusting and Cruel’ WSJ Reporter Who Uncovered DOGE Employee’s Racist Tweets
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Elon Musk Demands Firing of ‘Disgusting and Cruel’ WSJ Reporter Who ...
Exclusive: Top Elon Musk aide arrives at IRS to scrutinize operations, sources say
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Exclusive: Top Elon Musk aide arrives at IRS to scrutinize operations ...
New data shows Australians hold intense dislike for Elon Musk: New data shows Australians are making it clear they want answers to their economic malaise and ...
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New data shows Australians hold intense dislike for Elon Musk
Elon Musk's DOGE Website Being 'Hacked' Sparks Mockery: The homepage on Friday featured text stating: "This is a joke of a .gov site."
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Elon Musk's DOGE Website Being 'Hacked' Sparks Mockery
Has Elon Musk's DOGE Website Been Hacked? What We Know: On Friday morning, the DOGE website homepage featured text stating: "This is a joke of a .gov site."
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Has Elon Musk's DOGE Website Been Hacked? What We Know
Arizona, 13 other states file suit against Musk's DOGE, citing 'reckless' behavior - UPI.com
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Arizona, 13 other states file suit against Musk's DOGE ...
Joe Rogan Defends 'Psychopath' Elon Musk: On his podcast, Joe Rogan discussed the theory that DOGE lead Elon Musk is taking people's money.
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Joe Rogan Defends 'Psychopath' Elon Musk
How Many Children Does Elon Musk Have? What We Know: Elon Musk, a pro-natalist advocate, has characterized the global population decline as great threat.
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How Many Children Does Elon Musk Have? What We Know
Elon Musk Admits ‘Mistakes’ but Defends DOGE in Oval Office Appearance: “Nobody can bat 1,000,” Musk said standing beside Trump. “We are moving fast ...
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Elon Musk Admits ‘Mistakes’ but Defends DOGE in Oval Office Appearance
Vance Insults Europe: We ‘Survived’ Greta Thunburg, You Can Deal With Elon Musk: But the vice president said he intended his assault on European leaders “with ...
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Vance Insults Europe: We ‘Survived’ Greta Thunburg, You Can Deal With Elon ...
Lies are the currency of the Trump presidency — as is ignorance: Donald Trump cannot be ignored, because as we have seen this past week, these racist ...
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Lies are the currency of the Trump presidency — as is ignorance
Why the F-35 is on DOGE’s chopping block: Plagued by delays, software glitches and cybersecurity flaws, the US$2 trillion F-35 stealth jet fighter program is ...
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Why the F-35 is on DOGE’s chopping block