Republican-Led States Create Cost-Cutting Agencies Inspired by DOGE

Republican-led states are rapidly establishing their own versions of the federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), initiated by President Trump and led by Elon Musk. States like Oklahoma and New Hampshire have launched their own efficiency agencies, with Oklahoma's DOGE-OK and New Hampshire's Commission on Government Efficiency (COGE). These initiatives aim to streamline state budgets and reduce spending, reflecting a trend among state leaders to emulate the federal agency’s approach. Georgia's Senate Majority Leader is advocating for regular reviews of agency cost-cutting measures, while Texas is considering a Delivery of Government Efficiency team to identify inefficiencies. South Carolina has also proposed a Commission on Fiscal Restraint and Government Efficiency, highlighting the widespread adoption of this cost-cutting strategy. Overall, these movements signal a push for greater efficiency and reduced government spending at both state and federal levels.