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What Americans think about Trump and Musk's plans for the federal government


Published on 2025-01-25 00:40:36 - MSN
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  • WASHINGTON: Americans see the federal government as rife with corruption, inefficiency and red tape
  • but they're less sure about whether Elon Musk is the right person to fix it. A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows that only about 3 in 10 U.

The article from MSN discusses the public's perception of Donald Trump and Elon Musk's potential plans for restructuring the federal government, should Trump return to office. It highlights a survey by the Pew Research Center which found that a significant portion of Americans are skeptical about these plans, particularly those involving the privatization of government functions and the reduction of regulatory oversight. Key points include concerns over conflicts of interest, especially given Musk's extensive business interests, and the potential for these changes to favor the wealthy and powerful. The article notes that while some Republicans support the idea of bringing in business leaders like Musk to streamline government operations, Democrats and many independents express worry over the implications for democracy, transparency, and the equitable distribution of government services. The survey also reflects a broader unease about the influence of private sector leaders in public governance, with many fearing that such moves could undermine the checks and balances integral to American democracy.

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