Elon Musk and his department D.O.G.E have begun checking the income of certain federal employees to find out how they acquired assets far exceeding their salaries.
Reasons for Investigation
Elon Musk stated that a group of bureaucrats has been identified with tens of millions of dollars in assets while earning a salary in the hundreds of thousands. Musk expressed interest in finding out how they acquired these funds.
Cooperation with Federal Agencies
President Donald Trump has ordered federal agencies to cooperate with D.O.G.E to reduce the size of the federal workforce. The plan limits hiring one new employee for every four departures, excluding crucial sectors.
Future of Federal Employees
Employees resisting the buyout plan could receive up to one year's salary in severance depending on their age and years of service. Some might be reassigned, while others could face dismissal. Newly-appointed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent fully supports Musk's actions.
The future of federal employees remains uncertain as D.O.G.E continues to discover potential financial misconduct cases. At the same time, Musk's efforts are receiving support from top circles.
