Summary

The “Department of Government Efficiency” won’t be a real government agency. In fact, it won’t even be part of the federal government.

Led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the advisory commission aims to cut $2 trillion in spending, reduce regulations, and downsize the federal workforce.

Critics question its effectiveness, given its outsider status, potential conflicts of interest with Musk’s businesses, and Ramaswamy’s focus on mass layoffs and agency eliminations.

While some praise its potential for reforms, others warn it may undermine civil service and prioritize “slash-and-burn” cuts over thoughtful changes.

  • @gAlienLifeform
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    485 hours ago

    A redundant efficiency department with no direct way to make changes, it’s like nominating a sex trafficker to be the attorney general or something

    • IninewCrow
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      44 hours ago

      Or hiring two guys to be co-referees for the no holds barred orgy that’s about to start.