Ramaswamy and Musk Announce Federal Agency Cuts

Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leader of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) alongside Elon Musk, has pledged to make drastic cuts to the federal government under President-elect Donald Trump. Ramaswamy stated that certain federal agencies will be 'deleted outright' as part of efforts to reduce what he describes as a bloated workforce, potentially affecting up to four million civil servants. He emphasized the urgency of these changes, arguing that the recent election results indicate a mandate for significant reform, and he plans to utilize executive action to implement these changes without needing Congressional approval. Despite skepticism about the effectiveness of past government downsizing efforts, Ramaswamy expressed optimism, noting the current Republican control of Congress and the Supreme Court's support for limiting federal overreach. He aims to achieve 'quick wins' to facilitate broader reforms, asserting that the time for comprehensive government reform is now. Critics are wary, recalling previous failed attempts at government efficiency, but Ramaswamy's approach represents a new, business-oriented tactic.