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President Musk? The DOGE leader's government shutdown push shows how he'll wield power in Washington


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Published in Politics and Government on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 13:41 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • After a government funding bill went down in flames, lawmakers in both parties agreed: Elon Musk had played a huge role in it.

The article from MSN discusses Elon Musk's growing influence in Washington politics, particularly highlighted by his support for a government shutdown. Musk, often referred to as "President Musk" or "The Doge Leader" due to his association with Dogecoin, has been pushing for a shutdown as a means to reduce government spending and what he perceives as unnecessary bureaucracy. His stance has resonated with some Republican lawmakers, showcasing his ability to sway political discourse. This involvement in politics is seen as Musk's way of wielding his considerable influence, stemming from his roles at Tesla, SpaceX, and X Corp (formerly Twitter), to advocate for policies that align with his vision of minimal government intervention in business and innovation. Critics argue that his push for a shutdown could disrupt essential services and reflects a broader trend of tech moguls influencing policy to favor their business interests.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/president-musk-the-doge-leader-s-government-shutdown-push-shows-how-he-ll-wield-power-in-washington/ar-AA1waI2Y ]

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