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Trump Design Office Criticized for Security Gaps, Accessibility, Drug Shortfalls

7/19/2026

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Critics warn the design office’s sleek federal websites could create security gaps and violate disability-access laws.
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency continues operating inside the National Design Studio, a President Donald Trump administration unit, despite missing project deadlines.
TrumpRx has provided fewer than 12% of the 800 brand-name drugs it promised.
Thomas Shedd, a former Tesla engineer, remains listed as a special government employee despite lacking an official role.

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Critics warn the design office’s sleek federal websites could create security gaps and violate disability-access laws.
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency continues operating inside the National Design Studio, a President Donald Trump administration unit, despite missing project deadlines.
TrumpRx has provided fewer than 12% of the 800 brand-name drugs it promised.
Thomas Shedd, a former Tesla engineer, remains listed as a special government employee despite lacking an official role.