Episode Notes Mark Joseph Stern and Dahlia Lithwick are back in the members-only cigar bar this week to talk about how Elon Musk has taken over running the federal government, the impact of threats and buyout offers on federal workers, and the attack on transgender Americans that have been a hallmark of Trump’s first two weeks in office. This episode is member-exclusive. Listen to it now by subscribing to Slate Plus. By joining, not only will you unlock weekly bonus episodes of Amicus—you’ll