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Shocking Plan by Elon Musk to Cut $2 Trillion from US Budget

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Elon Musk has once again taken center stage with his proposal to cut $2 trillion from U.S. federal spending through the Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E). This plan has sparked unexpected alliances and heated debates in Washington.

Support for Musk's Plan from Democrats

The D.O.G.E movement, co-led by Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has gained traction among Democrats. Florida Representative Jared Moskowitz became the first Democrat to join this movement, advocating for Musk's government efficiency goals. Ohio Democrat Greg Landsman soon followed, emphasizing the importance of being in such meetings. The inaugural D.O.G.E caucus brought together a surprising mix of attendees, including Democrats Steven Horsford of Nevada and Val Hoyle of Oregon.

Debate on Spending Cut Proposals

Despite the support, Musk does not have carte blanche. Ro Khanna has drawn a clear line, pledging to protect programs like Medicare, veterans' benefits, and the Environmental Protection Agency. Val Hoyle echoed support for drug price reductions but opposed cuts to essential services like Social Security, the postal service, and the FAA.

Criticism and Controversies Surrounding the Plan

While Musk received praise for focusing on Pentagon spending cuts, he faces criticism for his broader plans. Public policy professor Don Moynihan highlighted that it's impossible to cut $2 trillion without impacting popular programs like Social Security and veterans' benefits, which make up two-thirds of the budget. Musk also expressed dissatisfaction with the Federal Reserve, noting its large staff of 24,000 across 12 regional banks.

The full impact of Musk's plan remains unclear, but his influence in Washington continues to increase, facing both opposition and gaining support.

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