Elon Musk believes artificial intelligence can replace some government workers due to the US government's inefficiency. He made these comments while discussing his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a Trump administration project aimed at reducing the federal workforce and cutting costs.
Musk's proposal involves leveraging AI to perform tasks currently done by public workers, citing the technology's ability to work faster and more efficiently without wasting taxpayer money. This idea has sparked debate, with some warning that replacing government workers with AI could lead to chaos and negatively impact public services.
As the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, Musk is no stranger to innovation and disruption. His comments on AI in government come as he prepares to step down from his role leading DOGE, though he'll reportedly remain involved part-time. Musk's focus is expected to shift back to Tesla, where sales have declined and investor concerns have grown.
Musk's work with DOGE has been notable, with claims of saving $160 billion in government spending, although this figure hasn't been documented. The program has sparked lawsuits and criticism, with some arguing that the cuts have left people exposed to weather disasters, public health problems, and weakened America's power abroad.
