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Vivek Ramaswamy Exits Federal Efficiency Role, Eyes Ohio Gubernatorial Bid

Ramaswamy denies being fired from DOGE, citing a mutual decision with Elon Musk and a focus on pursuing elected office.

Vivek Ramaswamy arrives for the inauguration ceremony before Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy.

Overview

  • Vivek Ramaswamy stepped down as co-head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) shortly after President Trump's inauguration.
  • Ramaswamy denied rumors of being fired by Elon Musk, stating their departure was a mutual decision based on differing approaches to achieving DOGE's goals.
  • DOGE, co-led by Musk, aims to streamline federal spending and cut $2 trillion in costs through technological modernization and efficiency improvements.
  • Ramaswamy is preparing to announce his candidacy for Ohio governor in mid-February, enlisting members of Vice President JD Vance's political team for his campaign.
  • Elon Musk continues to lead DOGE's efforts, with the department actively recruiting talent to meet its ambitious cost-cutting targets by mid-2026.