Musk and Ramaswamy's Bold Plan to Slash Government Faces Scrutiny
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Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been appointed to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a commission aimed at reducing government spending by potentially eliminating federal agencies. With over 2 million Americans employed by the federal government, the commission's proposals could lead to significant job cuts, though Musk has suggested offering generous severance packages. The commission's recommendations would require congressional approval to implement, and it remains unclear which agencies might be targeted for cuts.
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