GOP Leaders Strategize on Key Issues for Upcoming Congress

Senator Joni Ernst is advocating for significant budget cuts through the proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, as part of President-elect Donald Trump's initiative to reduce federal spending. Ernst has suggested measures like consolidating government office space and reducing payments to the UN, and has formed the Senate DOGE Caucus to support these efforts. This initiative is part of a broader GOP strategy to address the national debt and streamline government operations.