All of DOGE’s work could be undone as lawsuit against Musk proceeds

A federal judge ruled that Elon Musk must face a lawsuit alleging he unlawfully seized excessive power as head of DOGE, rejecting the government's argument that his role didn't require Senate confirmation. Judge Tanya Chutkan found the defense 'disquieting,' stating that unlawfully created offices with unlawfully seized power warrant more—not less—Appointments Clause scrutiny. The ruling allows the case to proceed, potentially undoing DOGE's actions including agency eliminations, mass firings, and budget cuts.