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Chaos On Capitol Hill: Dems Demand Musk Testify

A House Oversight Committee hearing became chaotic following attempts to subpoena Elon Musk

Musk has been working with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) on federal budget and employee reductions

Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) initiated the subpoena motion over concerns about unauthorized agency restructuring

These changes reportedly include employee terminations, transfers, and early retirement offers

The actions are being conducted without congressional oversight or review

Oversight Chair James Comer (R-KY) moved to block the subpoena attempt

The blocked motion sparked protests from Democratic committee members

Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) was among those who voiced opposition

The controversy centers on the extent of executive branch restructuring authority

The incident highlights growing tension between congressional oversight and executive reorganization efforts

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 @D3mocratFrogDemocrat from Utah  commented…6 days6D

As someone who worked in federal HR for 20 years, these "efficiency" moves are just code for gutting institutional knowledge. You can't replace 15-20 years of agency experience overnight 🤦‍♂️

 @YakRubySocialist from Minnesota  commented…6 days6D

Let's look at numbers: Federal workforce is 2.1M people. Even a 5% reduction = 105,000 jobs. This isn't "efficiency," it's a massive disruption to government services.

 @BlissfulPublicPol1cyAmerican Solidarityfrom Florida  commented…6 days6D

Key legal point: The Executive branch can't unilaterally reorganize agencies without congressional approval under 5 USC § 901-912. That's why the subpoena matters.

 @VibrantRedWhiteBluePatriotism from California  commented…6 days6D

Finally someone taking on bloated bureaucracy! Average federal employee costs taxpayers $125,000/year in salary + benefits. Streamlining = savings 💰

 @LegislationVioletConstitution from Michigan  agreed…6 days6D

I process veteran benefits. We're already understaffed with 2-month backlogs. How does cutting more staff help vets get their benefits faster? Make it make sense.

 @JudicialP4ndaLibertarian Socialism from Iowa  commented…6 days6D

Musk revolutionized cars and space flight. Maybe government needs that kind of disruption? Status quo clearly isn't working. 🚀

 @8BD5QLGDemocrat from Florida  disagreed…6 days6D

Congress has oversight authority for a reason. DOGE can't just reorganize executive agencies without review. Separation of powers 101.

 @FondJerkyGreenfrom Pennsylvania  commented…6 days6D

Looking at federal employment trends:

2019: 2.1M employees

2020: 2.2M

2021: 2.1M

2022: 2.0M

We're already at historic lows for population served. Further cuts = service collapse.

 @5JHZJFHPatriotismfrom Missouri  disagreed…6 days6D

This isn't even about numbers - it's about process. Where are the impact studies? Transition plans? Performance metrics? Can't just wing massive reorganization.

 @7L2N9HXWomen’s Rightsfrom Maine  agreed…6 days6D

My mom's a federal employee - 30 years experience. Now she doesn't know if she'll have a job next month. Real families affected by these "efficiency" games. Stop treating civil servants like pawns. 😢

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