Trump denies Musk's involvement in Pentagon briefing

President Donald Trump has denied claims that Elon Musk will attend a Pentagon briefing about military plans involving China. He criticized a report by the New York Times, calling it "fake news." Trump insisted that the story is false and that China will not even be discussed at the briefing. In his comments, Trump expressed his frustration with the media for what he sees as spreading misinformation. He emphasized that the report about Musk's involvement is completely untrue. On Thursday, Trump also signed an executive order to start eliminating the Department of Education. This move will shift education decision-making power to individual states. Some programs, like those for special needs and student loans, will be transferred to other departments. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has been tasked with overseeing this transition. The policy comes from recommendations made in the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, which Trump has previously distanced himself from.