President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Musk's son had a bizarre interaction during an executive order signing event in the Oval Office. Trump referred to Musk's son as a 'great guy, high-IQ individual.' Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was mandated for federal agencies to cut government expenditure. Musk's son, X Æ A-Xii, was criticized for being brought to the event and Musk potentially violated the Hatch Act by wearing a MAGA hat. Musk is facing opposition in federal courts regarding access to Treasury Department records and efforts to put USAID employees on leave.
Key Points
President Trump referred to Musk's son as a 'great guy, high-IQ individual'
DOGE mandated for federal agencies to cut government expenditure
Criticism of Musk for potentially using his son as a 'prop'
Musk wearing a MAGA hat in the Oval Office may violate the Hatch Act
Federal courts are opposing Musk's access to Treasury Department records and USAID employee leave efforts
Cons
Criticism for bringing a child to the event
Potential violation of the Hatch Act by Elon Musk
Facing opposition in federal courts regarding access to Treasury Department records and USAID employees on leave