Elon Musk's rapid takeover of two U.S. government agencies has enabled the South African-born billionaire to exert unprecedented control over America's 2.2-million-member federal workforce and begin a dramatic reshaping of government.

The president said Musk won’t have the unfettered ability to dismantle the government, but for now their relationship is holding firm.

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.

Trump efficiency czar Elon Musk is taking drastic steps to tame bloated government. Critics say the Constitution is being shredded in the process.

President Donald Trump made Elon Musk, who heads his Department of Government Efficiency, a special government employee at the White House.