Trump Appoints Musk and Ramaswamy to Lead New Government Efficiency Department

Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, which will operate outside the government to advise on reducing bureaucracy and cutting waste. The initiative, dubbed "Doge," aims to reform federal agencies and is expected to conclude by July 2026. Musk and Ramaswamy will not be subject to federal employee regulations, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. The move has been met with both support and criticism, particularly regarding Musk's influence and business interests.