Elon Musk has been tasked by President Donald Trump to reduce waste in federal institutions, and now his team has set its sights on NASA.
NASA under D.O.G.E's Scrutiny
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E) is now inside NASA, examining the agency’s every financial record. Acting Administrator Janet Petro confirmed that the agency will undergo a detailed review of its payments.
SpaceX Relations Kept Neutral
Elon Musk assured that D.O.G.E would not favor SpaceX when assessing NASA contracts, although SpaceX is a primary contractor for the Pentagon's national security satellite launches.
Strategic Government Changes
Under Elon Musk's leadership, D.O.G.E has already restructured various government departments, including USAID. Musk aims to optimize government efficiency and reduce the federal deficit by $1 trillion by 2026.
Elon Musk continues to implement his ambitious plans to restructure federal institutions, including NASA, which could significantly impact the future of U.S. space programs.
