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🚨 "Big Balls" Out: Musk's Teen Tech Whiz Exits Trump Admin

Edward Coristine—the 19-year-old Neuralink alum who helped lead Elon Musk’s controversial "DOGE" efficiency overhaul — has resigned from the federal government.

Big Balls is credited with:

- Helped access sensitive payment systems & merge federal databases for surveillance
- Worked across 5+ agencies despite having no college degree
- Part of Musk’s post-exit purge —many DOGE hires now face termination

Note: DOGE’s legacy includes dismantling bureaucracy & sparking privacy fears. Now it’s collapsing.

https://www.wired.com/story/big-balls-coristine-doge-resigned-us-government/

#TrumpAdmin #ElonMusk #GovernmentEfficiency #BigBalls #TechBros

‘Big Balls’ No Longer Works for the US Government

The technologist Edward Coristine, a key operative in Elon Musk's so-called Department of Government Efficiency who's gone by the name "Big Balls" online, has resigned, the White House tells WIRED.

WIRED

WYM Mod Jun 6

Spriha Srivastava and Sam Meredith reveal a dramatic twist in the relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. What began with Musk's enthusiastic support for Trump has escalated into public conflict over spending bills and political credibility. Their alliance has soured considerably, leading to insults and threats of contract retraction. Discover more about this intriguing political saga in the full article: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/06/a-timeline-of-donald-trump-and-elon-musks-relationship.html #Trump #Musk #PoliticalFeud #GovernmentEfficiency #DOGE

From bromance to bitter feud — a timeline of Trump and Musk's relationship

The bromance is over. Here's a rundown of how Trump and Musk got here.

CNBC

WYM Mod Jun 3

Erin Doherty reveals a critical report from Senator Elizabeth Warren’s office, detailing over 100 instances where Elon Musk allegedly misused his role as a "special government employee" to benefit his businesses, raising serious ethical questions. This report emphasizes Musk's connections with the federal government and highlights instances like transforming the White House lawn into a Tesla showroom. Explore the full implications of this report for Musk and DOGE officials. Read more here: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/03/elizabeth-warren-elon-musk-doge-report.html
#ElonMusk #ElizabethWarren #Doge #GovernmentEfficiency #TrumpAdministration #Tesla #ConflictsOfInterest

'130 days of Elon Musk': Report cites more than 100 times DOGE boss benefited self, business

Tesla CEO Elon Musk last week wrapped up his official government service leading DOGE for the Trump administration.

CNBC

WYM Mod May 31

Shocking revelations in The New York Times about Elon Musk's drug use raise questions. The article explores the extent of his consumption, including ketamine and Ecstasy, and its impact on his health. It also critiques Donald Trump's decision to involve Musk in government efficiency goals, hinting at ulterior financial motives. For deeper insights, check out the full article. https://crooksandliars.com/2025/05/musk-does-not-deny-ny-times-report-his, #ElonMusk #TheNewYorkTimes #DrugAbuse #DonaldTrump #GovernmentEfficiency

Musk Does Not Deny NY Times Report Of His Drug Abuse

Musk threw a hissy fit but did not deny a single allegation in a very, very damning NY Times report.

Crooks and Liars

WYM Mod May 31

Susie Madrak delivers a jaw-dropping account of a bizarre press conference featuring Elon Musk and Trump, where Musk bid farewell to his role as head of the DOGE. Yet, both hinted at his lasting influence in government, making his departure appear more of a façade. The event ended humorously with Trump gifting Musk a golden key, all while poking fun at controversial DOGE initiatives. Curious about this absurdity? Read the full article here: https://crooksandliars.com/2025/05/taco-king-admits-elon-s-really-not-leaving #ElonMusk #DOGE #PressConference #GovernmentEfficiency #Trump #PoliticalHumor

TACO King Admits ‘Elon’s Really Not Leaving’ During Press Conference

The press conference was to say goodbye to DOGE and its ALLEGEDLY ketamine-addled leader.

Crooks and Liars

Headlines Africa May 31

Elon Musk steps down after turbulent Government role http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TL571V #ElonMusk #GovernmentEfficiency #LeadershipChange #WashingtonPolitics #ControversialDecisions

WYM Mod May 30

Kevin Breuninger details Elon Musk's rocky four-month stint at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Despite significant support for Trump, Musk faced internal staff upheaval and clashed with the administration over fiscal policies. As he exits the role, concerns linger about DOGE's effectiveness, yet Musk vows to refocus on business while promising a long-term mission for the department. Read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/30/trump-musk-doge-davis-miller.html
#ElonMusk #DonaldTrump #DOGE #GovernmentEfficiency #PoliticalNews

Trump, Elon Musk to hold joint event as DOGE loses top talent

Musk, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO, worked for Trump's DOGE effort after spending over $250 million helping to get him elected.

CNBC

WYM Mod May 30

Elon Musk's right-hand man, Steve Davis, just left the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) amid a wave of high-profile exits, including Katie Miller. Davis's departure follows Musk's push for drastic government cost cuts and hints at rising tensions with Trump allies. Despite aiming for a $2 trillion savings target, it's now a more modest $175 billion. Discover more about this surprising shift in leadership [here](https://www.thedailybeast.com/elon-musks-top-goon-exits-doge-along-with-stephen-millers-wife/). #ElonMusk #DOGE #SteveDavis #KatieMiller #GovernmentEfficiency #Trump #Politics #Business

Elon Musk’s Top Goon Exits DOGE Along With Stephen Miller’s Wife

Steve Davis’ departure reportedly came as a surprise to some DOGE staffers.

The Daily Beast

HarbouchaNews May 29

Elon Musk Exits Washington: Bureaucratic Challenges and a Fractured Alliance with Trump

#ElonMusk #TrumpAdministration #DOGE #GovernmentEfficiency #Tesla
https://eng.harbouchanews.com/2025/05/elon-musk-exits-washington-bureaucratic.html

Elon Musk Exits Washington: Bureaucratic Challenges and a Fractured Alliance with Trump

Elon Musk Exits Washington: Bureaucratic Challenges and a Fractured Alliance with Trump ...

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Brian Greenberg

May 22

A crazy development at the crossroads of government efficiency and AI: The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an initiative led by Elon Musk, utilized Meta's AI model (Llama 2) to review and classify email responses from federal workers. The core aim? To assess job necessity based on responses to the famous "Fork in the Road" email asking employees to justify their work.

💡 This scenario prompts some vital points:
👉 AI in Governance: How are private AI models being deployed to evaluate public sector roles and productivity?
🔐 Data Privacy Concerns: The use of federal worker emails raises significant questions regarding sensitive government data and privacy safeguards.
🔍 Ethical Oversight: What frameworks are in place to ensure fair and unbiased AI analysis in such critical contexts?
🤔 Transparency Imperative: Understanding the full scope and implications of such AI applications is crucial for public and professional trust.

This highlights the complex and evolving relationship between tech, governance, and workforce management. What about the ethical and practical considerations when AI is used to evaluate government functions?

#AI #GovernmentEfficiency #DataPrivacy #ElonMusk #MetaAI #security #privacy #cloud #infosec #cybersecurity
https://www.wired.com/story/doge-used-meta-ai-model-review-fork-emails-from-federal-workers/

DOGE Used a Meta AI Model to Review Emails From Federal Workers

DOGE tested and used Meta’s Llama 2 model to review and classify responses from federal workers to the infamous “Fork in the Road” email.

WIRED