In a surprising twist that might leave both political pundits and tech enthusiasts buzzing, President Trump has signaled a temporary check on Elon Musk’s audacious moves within federal agencies. During a Cabinet meeting—and later on TruthSocial—Trump stated that his Cabinet secretaries, not Musk, would be running their agencies, and he advised them to use a “scalpel” rather than a “hatchet” for the upcoming spending cuts. This announcement appears to curb Musk's aggressive interventions, particularly through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), hinting that, for now, DOGE may have been leashed, as Trump warned, “Elon and the group are gonna be watching them. And if they can cut, it’s better. And if they don’t cut, then Elon will do the cutting.” The change in tone might be an effort to solidify the administration’s legal footing amid ongoing lawsuits over Musk’s authority, to address economic concerns, or simply a temporary pause in his rapid-fire agency shake-ups.

Key Points:

• Temporary Restraint on Musk: Trump clarified that Cabinet secretaries will run their agencies, limiting Musk’s influence via DOGE.
• Surgical Cuts Over Chaotic Layoffs: He advised using a “scalpel” for spending cuts rather than opting for a massive “hatchet” approach.
• Shift in Tone: Unlike his recent urging for Musk to “GET MORE AGGRESSIVE,” Trump's new message hints at a pause in the chaos.
• Legal and Economic Considerations: The change may be linked to ongoing lawsuits questioning Musk’s constitutional authority and concerns over broader economic impacts.
• A Watchful Eye: Trump warned that “Elon and the group are gonna be watching them,” indicating that federal agency heads must deliver results or face Musk’s intervention.
• Uncertain Future: Regardless of this apparent reining-in, it remains to be seen whether this is a long-term shift or just a temporary halt before further disruption.
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