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Trump lavished reward on Elon Musk, the billionaire who he has tasked with overhauling the federal authorities and work pressure. Democrats tried to verbally reality verify the president by shouting “false” at a few of his assertions of success.

Musk, seated within the gallery above, stood when Republicans applauded him. Democrats held indicators that stated “Musk steals.”

The president stated that Musk has discovered “lots of of billions of {dollars} of fraud,” vastly overstating his group’s accomplishments. For instance, many canceled contracts had been already totally paid, which means the federal government acquired no financial savings.

He was dressed extra formally than standard, sporting a darkish swimsuit with a blue tie somewhat than a black t-shirt that claims “tech help.”

Musk has huge affect as a presidential adviser, main Trump’s efforts to overtake and downsize the federal authorities. 1000’s of staff have been laid off, with many extra anticipated to observe.