Elon Musk urges Trump to seek public input on treasury secretary nomination

Elon Musk is advising President-elect Donald Trump to seek public input before choosing a new treasury secretary. He suggested that Trump consider Howard Lutnick for the position, stating Lutnick would bring necessary change. Musk criticized another potential nominee, Scott Bessent, as a typical choice that would not drive change. This marks Musk's continued involvement in Trump's transition efforts. Trump has also announced plans to appoint Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, aimed at reducing government bureaucracy and waste.