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Elon Musk to Lead Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E)

Nov 13, 2024 2 min read
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Following his reelection, President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to co-lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E). The department's goal is to streamline federal operations, reduce the U.S. government’s $6.5 trillion budget, and eliminate excessive bureaucracy.

Trump has called D.O.G.E. “potentially ‘The Manhattan Project’ of our time,” with plans for a smaller and more efficient government by July 4, 2026—the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Musk’s Enthusiastic Support and Dogecoin Connection

Elon Musk, a known critic of government inefficiency, expressed strong support for the department, promising it would send shockwaves through the system. The D.O.G.E. acronym, which aligns with Musk’s support for Dogecoin (DOGE), sparked a 10% rally in the meme coin’s price. This has fueled speculation that Musk’s leadership could eventually integrate cryptocurrency into his initiatives or businesses, particularly with his hint at reintroducing Dogecoin as a payment method for Tesla products.

Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur and former Republican presidential contender, confirmed his dedication to the cause and announced he would withdraw from the Ohio Senate race to focus on the project. Ohio's governor will soon appoint a replacement for Senator J.D. Vance, who will vacate his seat to become Vice President-elect.

Challenges Ahead: While the department’s mission is ambitious, it faces scrutiny. Economist Peter Schiff cautioned that, despite Musk and Ramaswamy’s mandate, closing federal departments requires Congressional approval—a challenge even past leaders like Ronald Reagan faced. Despite the hurdles, Trump’s announcement has thrust both D.O.G.E. and Dogecoin into the spotlight, sparking excitement about their future.

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