Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's Budget-Cutting Initiative Faces Skepticism

The Department of Government Efficiency aims to cut $2 trillion in federal spending, but experts question its feasibility and long-term impact.

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an advisory body tasked with reducing federal spending by $2 trillion and cutting the government workforce by 75%.
Critics argue that DOGE lacks the authority to enforce significant cuts, as Congress controls the federal budget and is unlikely to approve drastic changes.
Former Rep. Mike Gallagher urged DOGE to focus on reforming Congress's budget process, suggesting measures like the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act and the Trust Act to address structural issues.
Environmental advocates note that while DOGE's cuts could potentially eliminate fossil fuel subsidies, broader environmental reforms are unlikely to be part of its agenda.
Skeptics highlight the limited power of DOGE and predict its efforts may result in minimal impact, serving more as a public relations move than a transformative initiative.