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The U.S. federal agency that mandated the '5 things' email update for government workers, initiated by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, has officially discontinued the practice, citing existing tools for accountability and management.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are actively recruiting experts from Washington and Silicon Valley to form a 'Department of Government Efficiency' aimed at implementing significant federal government cuts. This initiative, supported by President-elect Donald Trump, involves interviewing seasoned Washington insiders and tech leaders to bring their vision from concept to reality.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been appointed by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), tasked with cutting $1.9 trillion from the federal budget by eliminating waste and downsizing agencies. The initiative aims to tackle excessive government spending, such as costly military purchases and controversial research projects. Critics argue that this move could increase Musk's influence, while supporters believe it could streamline government operations.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new "Department of Government Efficiency" aimed at reducing U.S. government spending, which totaled $6.75 trillion in fiscal year 2024. The largest expenditures were on Social Security, health, and Medicare. Musk has pledged to identify $2 trillion in cuts, focusing on areas like transportation and education, though any changes would require congressional approval. The initiative aims to bring an entrepreneurial approach to government reform, with transparency promised in its operations.