Musk launches campaign against judges amid legal battles over USAID and Doge initiative

After a federal court ruled that Musk’s dismantling of USAID was likely unconstitutional, he took to X, the social media platform he owns, to denounce the judiciary. Over 48 hours, Musk posted more than 20 times, labeling judges as radical leftists and urging Congress to remove them. He described the rulings as a "judicial coup" and called for immediate impeachment of those involved.

Musk also launched a petition against "activist judges" through his political group, America Pac, offering registered voters in Wisconsin $100 to sign it. His efforts align with a broader political movement aimed at reshaping the judicial system in favor of the Trump administration’s agenda.

Musk’s Doge initiative, created to streamline government operations, has faced nearly two dozen lawsuits challenging its authority. Courts have blocked parts of Doge’s policies, including efforts to fire federal employees en masse and gain access to sensitive Social Security data.

A Maryland judge recently ruled that Musk’s takeover of USAID violated the constitution, citing his role as an unelected adviser. Another court ruling prevented Doge from accessing millions of Americans’ personal records, citing privacy concerns. These legal setbacks have slowed Musk’s efforts to centralize power and reduce government oversight.

Beyond his social media campaign, Musk has used his vast wealth to support politicians who share his judicial reform agenda. According to reports, he donated the maximum allowable amount of $6,600 to seven Republican members of Congress who support impeachment efforts against certain judges.

His political action group, America Pac, has also invested millions into key state elections, particularly in Wisconsin’s upcoming Supreme Court race. Analysts see Musk’s actions as an attempt to reshape the judiciary and bolster the Trump administration’s influence in legal matters.

Musk’s attacks on the judiciary reflect a broader conflict between the Trump administration and the legal system. Trump and his allies have repeatedly criticized judges who rule against them, framing legal decisions as politically motivated.

The situation has escalated to the point where Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts issued a rare public statement, defending the independence of the judiciary. In response, Musk dismissed the statement and reiterated his belief that impeachment is the only solution.

With legal challenges mounting and political divisions deepening, Musk’s campaign against the courts signals a turbulent chapter in U.S. governance. Whether his efforts will succeed remains uncertain, but the battle between the judiciary and the Trump administration is far from over.