New bill aims to empower Trump's DOGE agency as Musk and Ramaswamy meet with lawmakers
A new bill has been introduced by Republican Senator Joni Ernst to support Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This agency, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, aims to reduce government waste and streamline operations. The REMOTE Act will monitor teleworking federal employees and require agencies to report on their productivity. Ernst's 60-page report outlines 22 strategies to cut spending, including addressing unused federal buildings and auditing the IRS. Musk and Ramaswamy are meeting with lawmakers to finalize plans for DOGE as the GOP gains control in the Senate. The agency is expected to focus on reducing bureaucracy and improving efficiency in government operations.