The morning began with federal judge blocking DOGE's access to Treasury Department data, continuing previous days' legal restraints on Musk's team. By midday, Russell Vought ordered CFPB to cease operations, marking the first complete shutdown of a federal agency under Project 2025.
Trump's interview with Bret Baier revealed plans to expand Musk's oversight role into military and education spending, despite mounting judicial opposition. This announcement triggered Democratic threats of government shutdown.
Musk's response to judicial constraints escalated throughout the day, culminating in calls for the judge's impeachment. Senator Vance joined in questioning courts' authority over executive actions.
The administration's federal restructuring faced multiple challenges as cities and counties sued over sanctuary city policies, while Jordan expressed concerns about Trump's Gaza proposal. Evening brought announcement of new steel and aluminum tariffs, expanding previous week's trade measures.