Breaking News: Trump to Appoint Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to New 'DOGE' Department
Washington, D.C. - November 13, 2024
In a surprising announcement today, President-elect Donald Trump revealed his decision to appoint Tesla CEO Elon Musk and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new government entity dubbed the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE). This newly formed department aims to streamline government operations, eliminate bureaucratic hurdles, and cut unnecessary spending.
Trump praised both Musk and Ramaswamy, calling them “remarkable Americans” who would help “dismantle Government Bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies." He likened the initiative to a modern-day “Manhattan Project,” signaling a bold approach to government reform under his “Save America” movement.
What is DOGE?
Despite the official-sounding name, the DOGE department is not a traditional government agency. The name, reportedly suggested by Musk, appears to be a nod to his well-known support for the cryptocurrency Dogecoin. This new “department” will not have the scope of federal agencies like the Department of Defense or Education. Instead, it will serve as an advisory body aimed at maximizing government efficiency.
Transparency Promised by Musk
Musk took to social media to share his vision for the department, promising full transparency. "All actions of the Department of Government Efficiency will be posted online,” he said, encouraging the public to provide feedback on spending cuts or retained expenses. He even proposed a “leaderboard” to showcase the most frivolous government expenditures, underscoring the dual nature of government waste as “both extremely tragic and extremely entertaining.”
Ramaswamy Shifts Focus from Senate Bid
Ramaswamy, previously considered a contender for a Senate seat in Ohio, confirmed that he would forgo that opportunity to dedicate himself fully to his new role in the DOGE department. “We will not go gently,” he commented, emphasizing his commitment to the cause.
Trump’s History with Musk and Ramaswamy
This announcement follows Trump’s previous hints about a potential role for Musk in his administration. During a campaign rally in August, Trump praised Musk’s intelligence and suggested he would be open to bringing Musk on board if Musk was interested. Musk, in turn, had once proposed a “government efficiency commission” to Trump, expressing his willingness to help ensure responsible spending.
Musk had briefly served under Trump’s first administration before stepping down in 2017. Ramaswamy, on the other hand, had been one of Trump’s rivals in the GOP primary but now joins forces with the president-elect in this unique reform initiative.
Growing List of Appointments
Trump’s recent appointments have already sparked debate, with House Republicans urging him to halt recruitment from the House of Representatives to prevent legislative disruptions. Today’s DOGE announcement further solidifies Trump’s approach of selecting high-profile, unconventional figures for transformative roles in his next administration.
This bold move sets the stage for what Trump describes as “an entrepreneurial approach to Government never seen before.” The country awaits to see the impacts of this innovative strategy on federal operations.
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