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We believe change happens when regular people get involved. 📣 Progressive politics, people first.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Jan 14

Hi, we’re Everyday Activist. 👋

We believe change happens when regular people get involved, even in small ways.

Let’s work together to make a difference. #progressives

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 9

Nothing says “totally normal administration” like literally locking out elected officials from government agencies.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 9

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

📣 Keep calling, emailing, & speaking out. Public pressure works.

Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

(2/2) 10/ This is an unprecedented expansion of power for an unelected billionaire. I urge [Senator/Rep] to demand transparency, investigate conflicts of interest, and take action to limit Musk’s unchecked authority.

Can I count on them to push back? Thank you.”

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

9/ 📌 Sample Script:

“Hi, my name is [NAME], and I’m a constituent from [CITY/STATE]. I’m deeply concerned that Elon Musk has been appointed as a Special Government Employee, giving him legal authority over federal payments, budget cuts, and agency closures. (1/2)

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

8/ 📞 Take Action: Demand Oversight

Musk now has official government power—but Congress can push back. Call your reps & demand action.

📞 Call: (202) 224-3121 (Senate) or (202) 225-3121 (House)
📌 Find local offices: House.gov & Senate.gov

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

7/ What Happens Next?

📌 Congress could intervene, but no formal action has been taken.
📌 Musk’s role could extend to more agencies & budget areas.
📌 Legal & ethical challenges are likely ahead.

This is a developing story. We’ll keep watching.

Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

6/ Why Is This a Big Deal?

📌 Musk’s companies (Tesla, SpaceX, Starlink) hold major federal contracts.
📌 He wasn’t elected, confirmed, or subject to oversight.
📌 Now, he has legal power to reshape federal policy—with no accountability.

🚨 An unelected billionaire is making government decisions.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

5/ Dismantling Government Agencies

📌 USAID employees were told not to report to work—Musk pushed for this shutdown.
📌 His team has been removing officials from agencies deemed inefficient.

🚨 This isn’t just advising—it’s actively reshaping government.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

4/ The Treasury processes over $5 trillion per year. This system wasn’t designed for political interference, but Musk now has legal access to oversee spending.

📢 This raises concerns about whether funds for social programs, government salaries, or foreign aid could be delayed or cut.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

3/ Federal Payments & Treasury Control

📌 Musk’s team now has access to the Treasury’s payment system, which processes:
▪️ Social Security & Medicare payments
▪️ Federal salaries & contracts
▪️ Grants, aid, & gov disbursements

🚨 This could let him slow, suspend, or block payments.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

2/ What Does This Role Give Him?

📌 A gov email & White House office space
📌 Authority over budget cuts & agency downsizing
📌 Expanded access to the Treasury’s payment system
📌 Direct influence over agency closures—including USAID

Before, Musk had influence—but no formal power. Now, he has both.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

1/ His appointment was confirmed by the White House on Feb. 3, 2025. Until now, Musk wasn’t legally allowed to control federal payments or disband agencies. This changes that.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

📣 Elon Musk’s Government Power Just Expanded—Here’s What That Means

Elon Musk is now a Special Government Employee (SGE), giving him formal authority within the federal government. 🧵👇

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Feb 3

Murphy: "This is a constitutional crisis that we are in today. Let's call it what it is."

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 3

📣 NOBODY ELECTED ELON MUSK 📣

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

Everyday Activist was created for people who want to help but don’t know where to start. We’ll guide you with simple actions, clear tools, and a supportive community.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

*opens internet*
*closes internet*
*drops off groceries at a community fridge because the only way we’re getting through this is by taking care of each other*

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

"This could allow political interference in critical payments. I urge [Senator/Rep] to demand transparency & oversight. Will they take action?"

📢 Government funds should serve the people—not private interests. Call now.

(2/2)

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

📌 Sample script:

"Hi, my name is [NAME], and I’m a constituent from [CITY/STATE]. I’m concerned that Treasury gave Elon Musk’s team access to the federal payment system, which handles Social Security & Medicare."

(1/2)

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

📣 Concerned about Musk’s team accessing federal payments? Take action.

📞 Call (202) 224-4515 (Senate Finance) or (202) 224-3121 (Capitol switchboard) to reach your reps.

Sample script ⬇️

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

7/ 📣 Take Action

📞 Call your reps & demand oversight:
📌 Senate Finance Committee: (202) 224-4515
📌 Capitol switchboard: (202) 224-3121

📢 Government funds should serve the people—not private interests. Share this post.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

6/ What Happens Next?

📌 More scrutiny & legal challenges expected.
📌 If federal payments face delays—this could be why.
📌 Musk’s team now has control over federal funds.

🚨 This story isn’t over.

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

5/ Lawmakers Are Sounding the Alarm

📌 Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR):
"These systems cannot fail. Any political meddling risks economic damage."

🚨 Treasury has not confirmed if Musk’s team has already interfered.

📢 Congress may investigate—but will it act in time?

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Everyday Activist @everydayactivist.bsky.social · Feb 2

4/ What Are the Risks?

❌ Social Security & Medicare delays
❌ Selective funding cuts to agencies, programs, states
❌ Conflicts of interest—Musk’s companies get federal contracts

📢 This is a massive power shift.

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