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Is Elon Musk rooting for a government shutdown?


Published on 2025-03-12 23:00:49 - Yahoo
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  • In just over 48 hours, the government will partially shut down unless Congress can pass a continuing resolution. New reporting from Wired finds Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency might just want Washington,

Elon Musk has publicly expressed support for a potential U.S. government shutdown, arguing that it could lead to a reduction in government size and spending. His comments were made in response to the looming deadline for Congress to pass a funding bill by September 30, 2023, to avoid a shutdown. Musk's stance aligns with his frequent criticisms of government inefficiency and overreach, suggesting that a shutdown might serve as a "reset" for government operations. This perspective comes amidst ongoing political debates and negotiations in Washington, where disagreements over budget allocations, particularly concerning defense spending and aid to Ukraine, have stalled progress. Musk's comments have sparked discussions on social media and among political commentators about the implications of a government shutdown on the economy and public services.

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