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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to spearhead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
The duo is tasked with reducing government bureaucracy, slashing unnecessary regulations, and restructuring federal agencies to drive economic growth and increase accountability in Washington.
Trump outlined the ambitious goals for DOGE, describing it as “potentially, ‘The Manhattan Project’ of our time.” The initiative aims to overhaul government operations, addressing what Trump described as “massive waste and fraud” in the $6.5 trillion annual government budget.
“Musk and Ramaswamy will provide advice and guidance from outside the government, working alongside the White House and Office of Management and Budget to lead large-scale reforms,” Trump said. “They will create an entrepreneurial approach to government that has never been seen before.”
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The president-elect emphasised the importance of reducing government spending and increasing efficiency for the benefit of all Americans, adding, “They will work together to liberate our economy and make the U.S. government accountable to ‘We The People.’”
Musk and Ramaswamy’s appointment underscores Trump’s commitment to reshaping Washington, with both individuals known for their business acumen and outsider perspectives.
The Department of Government Efficiency will focus on transforming the federal government into a more effective, cost-efficient institution, with far-reaching implications for U.S. politics and public policy.