Bad And Sad; The Falling Of A Giant

 

 

In a tense White House meeting, Marco Rubio clashed with Elon Musk over government downsizing. Musk criticized Rubio for not firing enough staff, mocking him for only dismissing someone from Musk’s own efficiency department. Rubio, already frustrated with Musk’s influence over government agencies, defended himself, pointing out that over 1,500 State Department employees had taken buyouts. He sarcastically asked if Musk wanted him to rehire and then fire them again just for show.

 

Throughout the heated exchange, President Trump watched, arms folded, like a spectator at a tennis match. Eventually, he stepped in, praising Rubio’s efforts and acknowledging Musk’s push for government efficiency. However, he made it clear that cabinet secretaries—not Musk—would now take the lead, with Musk’s team serving only as advisors.

The meeting marked a shift in Trump’s approach, signaling a move toward a more measured strategy for cutting the federal workforce. While Musk remains a key Trump supporter, tensions within the administration are growing, and concerns persist over Musk’s power and influence, especially given his control over social media. After the meeting, Trump hinted at a new, more precise approach to government cuts, swapping Musk’s aggressive tactics for a more refined strategy.