President Donald Trump made history on February 9, 2025, by becoming the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl. He watched the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. In a pre-game interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier, Trump expressed unwavering support for Elon Musk, who leads the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), despite recent legal obstacles.
During the interview, Trump addressed a federal judge’s recent decision to temporarily block Musk’s team from accessing certain Treasury Department data. He criticized the ruling, labeling it as “crazy,” and emphasized his trust in Musk’s efforts to streamline government operations. Trump stated, “I’ve had great help with Elon Musk, who’s been terrific.”
Musk’s DOGE initiative aims to identify and eliminate inefficiencies within federal agencies. Recently, the team has focused on agencies such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), leading to significant internal changes. However, these actions have faced legal challenges, including a temporary restraining order preventing the firing of USAID personnel until February 14.
In the same interview, Trump reaffirmed his directive for Musk to examine the Department of Education and the Pentagon next, with the goal of uncovering waste and fraud. He expressed confidence in Musk’s ability to find “billions, hundreds of billions, of dollars of waste, fraud, and abuse.”
Trump’s attendance at the Super Bowl also marked a notable moment in his relationship with the NFL. Despite past criticisms of player protests during the national anthem, his presence was met with applause from fans. Notably, the NFL replaced the “End Racism” message on the field with “Choose Love,” a change that officials stated was unrelated to Trump’s visit.
As the Trump administration continues its efforts to reform federal agencies, Musk’s role remains central, despite ongoing legal challenges and public scrutiny.
