On Tuesday evening, a large crowd assembled outside the Treasury Department to voice their concerns over what they perceive as Elon Musk's unauthorized intrusion into financial systems containing sensitive security data of millions of Americans. The protest, dubbed the 'Nobody Elected Elon' rally, was organized by various left-leaning groups including Indivisible, MoveOn, and the Working Families Party.
Congressional members joined the demonstrators, with chants of 'Deport Musk' resonating through the crowd. Lawmakers expressed worries about the lack of oversight regarding Musk's activities and reassured the public that efforts were being made to address the situation. They emphasized their commitment to representing constituents and not succumbing to business as usual.
Speakers at the rally criticized President Donald Trump for allegedly prioritizing the interests of billionaires and corporations over the working class, contrary to his campaign promises. Representative Maxwell Frost highlighted the impact of wealthy individuals like Musk on societal issues such as healthcare costs, housing affordability, and income inequality.
Democrats positioned themselves as a united opposition force, emphasizing the importance of oversight and warning against authoritarian tendencies. Representative Jasmine Crockett urged the public not to feel powerless in the face of the current situation and emphasized the role of grassroots activism.
The rally also aimed to sway Republican voters by highlighting the potential negative consequences of the Trump administration's policies on all Americans. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced opposition to the nomination of Russell Vought for the Office of Management and Budget, but refrained from engaging with demonstrators calling for Senate shutdown.
As chants of 'shut down the Senate' echoed through the crowd, Schumer left the podium, signaling a continued push for accountability and resistance from the Democratic side.
