The White House has launched “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE)A tech-focused initiative led by Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk promises to modernize federal systems and reduce inefficiencies.
As detailed in The New York TimesDOGE is set to be a hallmark of President Trump’s second term, with a goal of up to $2 trillion in cost savings by 2026.
DOGE builds on the United States Digital Service, which has now been re-branded as the US DOGE Service. According to Trump’s executive order, the newly rebranded department will cut red tape and streamline government IT systems. According to the EO, the DOGE has about 18 months (July 4, 2026) to achieve the administration’s goal.
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Each federal agency will establish a “DOGE team” of experts, working under Musk’s technology-first guidance to reimagine government operations. These teams consist of at least four members: an engineer, an HR specialist, a lawyer, and a team lead.
per timeKey to the effort is a group of unpaid Silicon Valley elites and tech executives recruited by Musk and Ramaswamy. These high-profile recruits, some linked to Peter Thiel, will be attached to agencies for six months, offering their expertise for free. According to timeIt includes a mix of Thiel Fellows, engineers, and policy experts, all united in their loyalty to Musk’s vision.
Musk has Called it a bold opportunity to fix a “negative” government. But critics Doubt. Budget experts question the prospect of trillions in cuts without touching programs like Social Security, which Trump has vowed to protect. Musk has too soft expectationsMore recently, $1 trillion in savings has been cited as a more realistic goal.
DOGE was also initially meant to be co-led, ironically, by Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. However, Ramaswamy may not remain in this position for long. According to NBC News. He is rumored to be dropping out to fully focus on his run for governor of Ohio, a campaign he is expected to announce sometime in the next week.
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