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Trump, Musk slashing of government draws backlash, even among some Republicans


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  President Donald Trump and his adviser Elon Musk's unprecedented and frantic effort to slash the federal workforce, pushing tens of thousands of workers out of their roles, is starting to draw more significant backlash,

The article from MSN discusses the backlash against former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's advocacy for significant government downsizing. Trump has proposed eliminating numerous federal agencies, including the Department of Education and the IRS, and has suggested replacing many federal workers with political appointees. Similarly, Elon Musk has criticized the size of the federal government, particularly the Department of Defense, and has called for a reduction in government size. These proposals have met with resistance not only from Democrats but also from some Republicans. Critics argue that such drastic cuts could undermine essential services, national security, and economic stability. For instance, Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) expressed concerns about the impact on national defense, while others worry about the loss of expertise in government roles. The debate highlights a divide within the Republican Party on the extent of government reduction, with some members advocating for a more nuanced approach to downsizing rather than the sweeping changes suggested by Trump and Musk.

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