Federal Judge Demands Transparency from Musk-Led Government Downsizing Team

A federal judge has ordered the release of records from the government-downsizing team led by Elon Musk. The decision comes after concerns about secrecy were raised, with the team deemed a probable federal agency subject to the Freedom of Information Act. This ruling emphasizes the need for transparency.

A federal judge has demanded that the government-downsizing team, initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump and led by billionaire Elon Musk, disclose records regarding its operations. The judge criticized the team for operating behind what he described as 'unusual secrecy.'

U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper validated concerns raised by the watchdog group Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics. The group argued that the Department of Government Efficiency likely functions as a federal agency and thus should be subjected to the Freedom of Information Act.

The ruling underscores a significant push towards enforcing transparency within government operations, especially those run with public funds and interest at stake.

(With inputs from agencies.)