Trump limited Elon Musk’s authority
Politico reported, citing two U.S. government officials, that President Donald Trump held a meeting with cabinet members on Thursday to personally tell them, ‘You are responsible for your ministries, not Elon Musk.’
According to the report, Mr. Trump told his cabinet ministers that Musk has the authority to advise the ministries but does not make unilateral decisions regarding staff and policies.
The U.S. President made these remarks while Elon Musk was also present at the cabinet meeting.
This meeting was held following widespread dismissals and threats of dismissals within the U.S. government structure by Elon Musk after he was appointed as the head of the U.S. Government Efficiency Department. The dismissals have created a sense of uncertainty and fear among federal employees.