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Musk to exit US government role after rare break with Trump

11 Sept 12:59 Key points summarised by AI

Elon Musk announced his departure from his US government role, heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), following a public disagreement with President Trump over a new spending bill.
Musk criticized Trump's 'One Big, Beautiful Bill Act,' stating it would increase the national deficit and undermine DOGE's work to reduce federal spending, despite the department having already fired tens of thousands.
He expressed frustration with the entrenched federal bureaucracy and DOGE becoming a 'whipping boy' for administration issues, acknowledging the uphill battle to improve government efficiency.
This exit marks a rare public split with Trump, whom Musk heavily supported, as the billionaire refocuses on his own businesses, Tesla and SpaceX, which have faced recent challenges.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.