Elon Musk's A.I.-Fuelled War on Human Agency
Briefly

Elon Musk's approach to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) transcends typical government cost-cutting efforts. Instead of merely reducing the federal workforce, Musk envisions implementing a technological overhaul, utilizing inexperienced tech personnel and artificial intelligence tools to scrutinize budgets and departmental operations. His team focuses on establishing an 'A.I.-first strategy' across various agencies, aiming for full automation in numerous processes, which includes analyzing contracts and identifying budget cuts through AI. This initiative has sparked concerns regarding the oversight and ethics of using technology in government functions.
Musk seeks to reshape the U.S. government by not just cutting costs but implementing his technological vision, using inexperienced staff and AI tools.
Musk's team employs an 'AI-first strategy' in agencies, aiming for automation in processes like contract analysis and budget cuts.
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