Republicans outline plans for new government efficiency department in meeting with Musk and Ramaswamy
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy met with congressional Republicans on December 5 to discuss the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). They aim to cut government spending and improve efficiency under the incoming Trump administration. During the meetings, lawmakers discussed issues like education and government worker redundancy. Musk mentioned a "naughty list" and a "nice list" for lawmakers, indicating a focus on accountability. The DOGE initiative is expected to conclude by July 4, 2026. Some Republicans expressed skepticism about relying on DOGE for cost-cutting, while others welcomed Musk's involvement as a fresh perspective on government operations.