A federal judge ruled against a request to block Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing federal data systems. This decision comes amidst a legal challenge from Democratic state attorneys general, who argue Musk's role violates the Appointments Clause of the Constitution. The judge expressed skepticism regarding the Trump administration's statements on Musk's powers. While acknowledging the potential for confusion caused by DOGE, the judge concluded that there was no imminent harm warranting a temporary restraining order against Musk's access to sensitive government data.
The court recognized that the response of Musk's Department of Government Efficiency may lead to confusion, but it did not find sufficient grounds for immediate restriction.
Judge Chutkan's ruling suggests skepticism toward claims made about Musk's role in the federal government, particularly regarding traditional appointment processes in governance.
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