Janice R. Andrews
In a recent Fox News interview, Tesla CEO and DOGE Head Elon Musk criticized the US bureaucracy for delaying the implementation of executive orders signed by President Donald Trump. Musk, who has emerged as a vocal supporter of the President, accused the bureaucracy of “fighting against the will of the people” and hindering the execution of policies designed to benefit the nation.
Musk, who humorously referred to himself as Trump’s “tech-support,” emphasized his role in ensuring that the President’s executive orders are effectively carried out. He highlighted the efforts of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a team dedicated to overcoming bureaucratic obstacles and ensuring that democracy prevails over red tape. “The president is the elected representative of the people. If the bureaucracy is fighting the will of the people, then what we live in is a bureaucracy, not a democracy,” Musk stated.
The billionaire entrepreneur cited a specific example of bureaucratic resistance, pointing to the continued funding of luxury hotels for illegal immigrants despite an executive order issued by Trump to halt such expenditures. “We went in there and said, this is a violation of the presidential executive order. It needs to stop,” Musk explained, underscoring the challenges faced in enforcing the President’s directives.
Musk also opened up about his personal relationship with Trump, describing the President as a “good man” who has been unfairly targeted by the media. “I love the president. He’s been so unfairly attacked. It’s truly outrageous,” Musk said, adding that he has spent significant time with Trump and has never witnessed him act in a “mean, cruel, or wrong” manner. Musk revealed that he had planned to endorse Trump in the upcoming election but decided to accelerate his support following the recent assassination attempt on the President.
The Tesla CEO’s endorsement of Trump has not been without controversy. Musk, who was once a darling of the political left, acknowledged the backlash he has faced since aligning himself with the President. “I used to be adored by the left. Not anymore,” he said, attributing the shift in perception to what he called “Trump derangement syndrome.” Musk described how mentioning Trump’s name in conversations often triggers extreme reactions, comparing it to being “shot with a dart in the jugular that contained methamphetamine and rabies.”
Despite the criticism, Musk remains steadfast in his support for Trump, even as he faces social and professional repercussions. “If looks could kill, I would have been dead several times over,” he quipped, reflecting on the hostile reactions he has encountered since publicly backing the President.
Musk’s comments have sparked a heated debate about the role of bureaucracy in governance and the challenges of implementing executive orders in a politically divided environment. As the 2024 election approaches, Musk’s alliance with Trump and his critique of the US bureaucratic system are likely to remain in the spotlight, further polarizing public opinion.
In the meantime, Musk continues to leverage his technological expertise to support the President’s agenda, positioning himself as a key figure in the ongoing battle between democracy and bureaucracy. Whether his efforts will lead to tangible changes remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Elon Musk is not shying away from the political arena.
