Former President Donald Trump, now re-elected, has announced the formation of a new "Government Efficiency" department, with tech moguls Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk appointed as its leaders. The decision to bring in these high-profile figures signals Trump’s intent to introduce innovative and cost-cutting measures across federal agencies.
Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk will lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), according to a statement released by Donald Trump on Tuesday. Their duties will include "slashing unnecessary regulations" and "reducing wasted spending." Together, these two amazing Americans will open the door for my administration to eliminate government red tape, reduce unnecessary spending, cut unnecessary regulations, and reorganise federal agencies—all of which are critical to the 'Save America' Movement, according to Trump's statement. "The system and everyone involved in government waste, which is a large number of people, will be rocked by this!" According to the statement, Elon Musk announced his appointment to the new government position. Donald Trump compared the new department to "The Manhattan Project of our time," claiming that Republican politicians had long dreamed about its realisation.
"And yes, this means I am removing myself from consideration for the forthcoming Senate appointment in Ohio," Vivek Ramaswamy said on X following the announcement. There are certainly huge shoes to fill for whichever Governor DeWine chooses to fill JD's position. I will assist them in every way I can.
While supporters view this as a promising step toward a leaner, more effective government, critics argue that privatization influences could compromise the public interest. Political analysts believe the initiative could shape public perception of Trump’s administration as forward-thinking, though challenges lie ahead in adapting private-sector strategies to public-sector needs.
Ramaswamy and Musk are expected to begin outlining their vision and strategies in the coming weeks, marking the start of a potentially transformative era in American government
