Trump Announces Launch of New Department of Government Efficiency Amid Skepticism
President-elect Trump unveils the Department of Government Efficiency, led by Musk and Ramaswamy, aimed at cutting $2 trillion in federal spending, despite widespread skepticism.
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President-elect Trump has introduced the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. Their ambitious goal is to reduce government waste by targeting $2 trillion in federal spending. Critics express doubts about the feasibility of such cuts and raise concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest. While DOGE will recommend changes, it lacks the authority to implement them directly. Musk acknowledges some necessary 'temporary hardships' during the process, and Ramaswamy advocates for a significant reduction in the federal workforce. Legality and structure of the initiative under federal advisory laws remain uncertain.
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