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More than 20 civil service employees resigned from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), rejecting efforts to dismantle public services under Trump.

The staffers, senior tech professionals, cited concerns about Musk’s leadership, the lack of technical expertise among his team, and the potential harm to critical public services like Social Security and healthcare.

The resignations follow mass layoffs and legal battles over Musk’s aggressive government downsizing. The White House dismissed concerns, while Musk, embracing his role, publicly mocked bureaucracy.

Critics warn his “move fast and break things” approach endangers critical government functions and data security.

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[–] dan1101@lemm.ee 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Dismantling public services seems like theft or destruction of government property. Isn't that a federal crime?

[–] earphone843@sh.itjust.works 3 points 1 week ago

It's cute that you think the law still matters.