Musk, Ramaswamy Discuss Federal Spending Cuts

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are collaborating with Republican lawmakers to lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), aiming to slash $2 trillion from the federal budget. Their meetings on Capitol Hill have revealed a mix of enthusiasm and skepticism among GOP members regarding the feasibility of achieving such drastic cuts. Some lawmakers expressed doubts about the duo's ability to enact significant reforms, citing the slim Republican majority and procedural challenges in Congress. Despite this, several senators praised the discussions as productive and aligned with the party's fiscal goals. The DOGE initiative is expected to focus on cutting waste and improving government efficiency, with Musk suggesting the creation of a 'naughty list' for lawmakers. A forthcoming meeting on December 5 will further explore these proposals, especially regarding contentious issues like earmarks.