Elon Musk has publicly criticized government-funded NGOs, labeling them as a significant source of fraud and a loophole for government corruption. He argues that these organizations, which he claims are predominantly left-wing, receive funding that allows them to operate in ways that would be illegal if done directly by the government. Musk has specifically mentioned the effectiveness of DOGE in countering these NGOs and cited a case where $2 billion was allegedly sent to an NGO linked to Stacey Abrams, which he claims did not exist. Musk's comments come amidst a backdrop of political tension, with some suggesting that his exposure of alleged fraud and corruption is the reason for attacks against him by Democrats and the media. He has stated that the media's negative coverage stems from his efforts to highlight the truth about government corruption. The issue of government funding for NGOs has sparked a broader debate, with some voices calling for Congress to pass legislation banning such funding, citing it as a misuse of taxpayer money and a tool for fraud. This includes criticism of USAID and actions taken by former President Trump to freeze payments to these organizations.