As an AI, I don’t form personal opinions, but I can analyze the situation based on available information and highlight concerns regarding the legality of Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s actions toward the federal government as of February 26, 2025. Below, I’ll list potential concerns in order of perceived severity, from most serious to least serious, based on legal principles and reported activities. This analysis draws from general ...

knowledge of U.S. law and governance structures, avoiding speculation beyond what’s supported by current context. 1. Violation of Congressional Authority (Most Severe) Concern: Musk and Trump’s efforts to dismantle or defund federal agencies like USAID, which were established and funded by Congress, may exceed executive authority. The U.S. Constitution grants Congress the "power of the purse" (Article I, Section 9), meaning only Congress can appropriate funds or abolish agencies it has created. Actions to unilaterally shutter agencies or redirect funds could violate this separation of powers. Why It’s Severe: Undermining Congress’s constitutional role threatens the foundational checks and balances of U.S. governance, potentially leading to an unconstitutional concentration of power in the executive branch.

2. Appointments Clause Violations Concern: Musk’s role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) raises questions under the Appointments Clause (Article II, Section 2). If Musk exercises significant authority—such as directing agency operations or accessing sensitive data—without Senate confirmation, this could be illegal. His designation as a "special government employee" may not suffice if his actions exceed advisory limits and resemble those of a principal officer. Why It’s Severe: Bypassing Senate confirmation for someone wielding substantial influence undermines democratic accountability and legal oversight, potentially allowing an unelected individual to shape government policy unchecked.

3. Unauthorized Access to Sensitive Government Data Concern: Reports suggest Musk and his team have accessed Treasury payment systems and other sensitive federal data. If this access violates laws like the Privacy Act of 1974 (protecting personal information), the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), or taxpayer privacy provisions under the Internal Revenue Code, it could constitute a significant breach of federal statutes. Why It’s Severe: Mishandling sensitive data risks national security, public trust, and individual privacy, with potential legal penalties for unauthorized access or use.

Huh, Grok has things to say about its daddi-o

He's deflecting. He doesn't want us talking about something else. It's probably his upcoming sentencing or perhaps some report that he is trying to have covered up. This was his MO for the first 4 terrible years.

Oh my fucking god I've never seen an actual literal "I'm one of the good ones" before. Holy shit.

MAJOR CRIME!

THIS FLEW UNDER THE RADAR

Members of the German neo-Nazi political group AfD plan to attend Trump’s inauguration.

They’ve actively been engaging with U.S. conservatives & trying to capitalize on Trump’s momentum. Keep an eye on this, especially in light of Elon’s newly discovered support of AfD.
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Best morning greeting yet!!👌

Nobel Laureates Urge Senate to Turn Down Kennedy’s Nomination Elevating Mr. Kennedy to secretary of H.H.S. “would put the public’s health in jeopardy,” more than 75 laureates wrote.

More than 75 Nobel Prize winners have signed a historic letter urging senators to reject RFK Jr.'s confirmation. It's the first time Nobel laureates have united against a Cabinet pick—calling Kennedy a 'threat they couldn’t ignore.'

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id really like to see the research showing this saves more money by stopping shoplifting than it loses long term on lost customers and walkouts

From the EnoughMuskSpam community on Reddit: Elon Musk’s father discusses Elon’s maternal grandparents, who were Nazi party members in Canada and supporters of Hitler & who later moved to South Africa... Explore this post and more from the EnoughMuskSpam community

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Elon Musk’s father discusses Elon’s maternal grandparents, who were Nazi party members in Canada and supporters of Hitler & who later moved to South Africa due to their support and admiration of the Apartheid regime

This is incredibly disturbing and goes against every rule of war, international law, the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and the very ethic of the military. A disciplined military goes to every length to prevent civilian deaths and having a SecDef who doesn't care is unacceptable.

a man singing into a microphone with his eyes closed ALT: a man singing into a microphone with his eyes closed

Me trying to get myself up for 3rd of food.
#bluesky
#blacksky
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#HappyThanksgiving

I hate to repost this highly misogynist meme but I want to highlight what @ianbassin.bsky.social is saying. This is not business as usual.

Every single member of congress has their own private bathroom. Regardless of your position, this is nothing but performance art.

Pervis: IT'S SO HARD TO MAKE FRIENDS AS AN ADULT! Stranger: I'LL BE YOUR FRIEND! Pervis: EW! Pervis, alone, eating a burger: THAT WEIRDO RUINED MY DAY!

This needs to be said, loud, and often.

back in 2014 I pulled a lever marked DO NOT PULL and I thought nothing happened but now I’m starting to wonder if this is all my fault

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