A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency may violate the U.S. Constitution's appointments clause. Judge Theodore Chuang's opinion indicates that Musk has exerted authority at USAID, which can only be held by properly appointed officers. The ruling follows a lawsuit from unnamed USAID employees and orders the restoration of some agency operations while restricting Musk's actions. The case has garnered attention, particularly as Musk and President Trump have publicly challenged judicial decisions, prompting rebukes from judicial authorities.