Elon Musk's DOGE Faces Scrutiny Over Claimed Savings and Growing Deficit Concerns

As DOGE reports $130 billion in savings, experts and critics highlight errors, potential long-term costs, and significant revenue losses from workforce cuts.

DOGE claims $130 billion in savings as of March 28, but independent analyses estimate actual savings to be significantly lower, with some experts suggesting as little as $2 billion.
Massive workforce reductions, including nearly 20,000 IRS job cuts, are projected to reduce tax revenue by up to $500 billion, potentially increasing the federal deficit.
Recent actions include canceling 121 contracts worth $350 million, though critics argue these cuts may lead to higher long-term costs and operational inefficiencies.
Elon Musk has signaled his intention to step down from DOGE leadership by the end of May, citing progress toward the $1 trillion cost-cutting goal.
Public opinion remains divided, with strong support for reducing government waste but significant skepticism toward DOGE's execution and Musk's leadership.