Republicans are voicing concerns about Musk’s downsizing efforts, which include closing some Social Security offices and curtailing telephone services.

Summary

Trump allies are urging the White House to curb Elon Musk’s media presence after his controversial remarks on Social Security.

Musk called it “the biggest Ponzi scheme” and suggested eliminating entitlement spending, conflicting with Trump’s vow to preserve benefits.

Musk’s cost-cutting measures have led to Social Security office closures and reduced phone services, sparking backlash from both parties.

Critics warn Musk’s comments could jeopardize Trump’s 2026 campaign, while Democrats capitalize on the issue. The White House continues to insist Musk’s views do not reflect Trump’s policy.

  • dhork@lemmy.worldEnglish
    37·
    10 days ago

    The White House continues to insist Musk’s views do not reflect Trump’s policy.

    Doesn’t that make Musk a domestic terrorist who needs to have his citizenship revoked and be sent to an El Salvadorian prison? At least, That’s the Administration position when someone who is not a jizzilionaire expresses views that do not reflect Trump’s policies…

      • NocturnalMorning@lemmy.world
        5·
        10 days ago

        It would be super difficult to launch him into the sun. Believe it or not, the deltav is much higher to go towards the sun than away from it. Might as well just launch him into space with no destination.

      • NimdaQA@lemmy.world
        3·
        10 days ago

        One of the biggest problems with this is trying to get the SpaceX rocket into space considering that the rockets prefer to explode.

  • TomMasz@lemmy.worldEnglish
    15·
    10 days ago

    Just because he says a lot of stupid shit that his followers accept as truth doesn’t mean he should be restricted from saying that stupid shit. Every time he opens his mouth more people wake up to the realization of how dangerous he is. It’s a public service if you think about it.

  • Capt. Wolf@lemmy.world
    2·
    10 days ago

    If there’s anything good to be seen in what’s going on right now it’s that Trump, Musk, and the rest of the regime can’t help but shout the quiet part from rooftops. Let Musk go on… Eventually, even the hardcore Republicans are going to get sick of this travesty. Hopefully anyway…