In a groundbreaking announcement, President-elect Donald Trump introduced the establishment of the “Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)” aimed at slashing excessive regulations and eliminating wasteful spending. Leading the department will be Tesla CEO Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, alongside entrepreneur and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy.
The announcement, shared by Trump on Truth Social, highlighted his confidence in Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to bring radical improvements to government structure. “Elon Musk, together with American patriot Vivek Ramaswamy, will lead the Department of Government Efficiency,” Trump stated. According to the President-elect, DOGE is tasked with reshaping federal agencies by dismantling bureaucracy and fostering an entrepreneurial approach to governance, which he sees as essential to the “Save America” movement.
🚨 BREAKING: Trump announces Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head the Department of Government Efficiency.
It will “slash excess regulations” and “cut wasteful expenditures.” pic.twitter.com/sBxGW9okcr
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) November 13, 2024
The department will reportedly work closely with the White House and the Office of Management & Budget to implement extensive reforms. Describing DOGE’s mission as the “Manhattan Project” of the modern era, Musk shared his enthusiasm, stating, “This will send shockwaves through the system, especially among those benefiting from government waste.”
Reacting to the announcement on social media, Ramaswamy expressed his commitment to the project with a message directed at Musk: “We will not go gently, Elon Musk,” adding an American flag emoji to reinforce his dedication to the mission. Both leaders are expected to leverage their expertise in business innovation to streamline federal operations and reduce excess spending. Trump added that he’s looking forward to “Elon and Vivek making changes that will improve life for all Americans.”
The bold initiative has sparked widespread discussion, with Trump’s supporters eager to see what the unconventional leadership of Musk and Ramaswamy will bring to the U.S. government’s efficiency and accountability.
