Musk and Ramaswamy discuss government efficiency with U.S. lawmakers
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy met with U.S. lawmakers to discuss government spending cuts under President-elect Donald Trump. Musk has been appointed head of the new Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, which will serve in an advisory capacity. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson highlighted the meeting, stating it represents "a new day in America." Musk's influence and connections within Trump's administration are expected to enhance the department's political impact. The DOGE office is part of Trump's efforts to streamline government operations, reflecting a shift in focus towards efficiency in spending.