Open to Debate

Is Musk’s DOGE Dodging the Law?


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Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) have taken on a contentious role in the new Trump administration, which has affected federal agencies and thousands of workers. But are DOGE’s actions legal? Those arguing they aren’t worry it is overstepping and violating the Constitution. Those supporting DOGE’s actions say it is operating under strict oversight while fulfilling its mandate. Now we debate: Is Musk’s DOGE Dodging the Law? 

 

Arguing Yes: Laurence Tribe, University Professor of Constitutional Law Emeritus at Harvard Law School 

Arguing No: Michael W. McConnell, Former Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit; Law Professor and Director of the Constitutional Law Center at Stanford Law School 

 

Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates 

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