Elon Musk criticized Republican senator Todd Young, calling him a ‘deep state puppet’ over Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation, but later retracted after a conversation with Young. The senator’s stance on Gabbard’s nomination for DNI has sparked intense criticism from many Republicans. Senator Yong will be a great ally in restoring power to the people from the vast, unelected bureaucracy,” Elon Musk posted hinting that he probably convinced him.