Activists, who have been urging a stronger response, waved signs that said “Nobody Elected Elon,” as the party directs its outrage at Trump’s billionaire ally.

Democratic lawmakers have expressed concern that access to the system could allow DOGE, which disburses nearly 90% of all federal payments, to restrict disbursement of federal funds.

Musk has moved with lightning speed to try to remake the federal government. Many Democrats and even some Republicans say his efforts are unlawful.