""States allege that President Trump is the only individual in the Executive Branch who resolves matters of greater significance than Musk...""
""Defendants may not circumvent the Appointments Clause by designating individuals as special government employees...""
Musk is facing lawsuits from 14 states regarding his authority and influence through DOGE within the Trump administration. A judge dismissed Trump's involvement but allowed the cases against Musk and DOGE to move forward, emphasizing Musk's role in influencing federal agencies and funding. The court challenged the idea of special government employees acting without the proper authority, asserting the need for checks and balances as mandated by the Constitution. The judge indicated that Musk's leadership in DOGE could indicate a substantial and ongoing role in the administration.
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