Musk supports Congress voting on proposed budget cuts

Senator Rand Paul, a Republican from Kentucky, recently discussed Elon Musk's potential support for cuts proposed by the Department of Government Efficiency. During an interview on CBS News’s Face the Nation, Paul said he suggested a plan to Musk that would help recover $500 billion already passed by Congress. He noted that Musk appeared enthusiastic about the idea. Paul believes in following current law, which would require Congress to approve any spending cuts. This process is known as rescission and only needs a simple majority vote in both the House and Senate, where Republicans currently hold the majority. However, Paul emphasized that convincing all Republicans is the real challenge, especially since Democrats are unlikely to support any cuts. He mentioned that former President Trump could play a key role in rallying Republican support for the measures. Paul argued that Trump's popularity would be crucial in persuading Republicans to back the cuts. The cuts made by DOGE have been a significant achievement for Republicans, but they also sparked backlash from Democrats. Many have criticized the effects on workers, such as layoffs and reduced benefits, making the issue politically charged.