Washington, D.C., June 16, 2025 – Elon Musk, tech billionaire, says a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is vital during long periods of peace. He argues that peacetime leads to growing bureaucracy. Governments expand, and regulations pile up. This slows progress and wastes resources, Musk claims.
Musk shared his views on X, stating, “In the absence of war, you always need something like DOGE.” He believes DOGE can act as a “decentralized counterforce” to inefficiency. The agency, created by President Donald Trump’s executive order, aims to cut federal spending and streamline operations.
“Governments are bad at cost efficiency,” Musk said in a post on X. He highlighted that bloated systems hinder innovation. DOGE, led by Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, seeks to slash waste and modernize federal agencies. However, critics argue its methods lack transparency.
Musk’s comments come amid debates over DOGE’s impact. Some praise its goal to save billions. Others warn of chaotic cuts and legal challenges. Despite controversy, Musk insists DOGE is essential to keep government lean.
The agency’s future remains uncertain as Musk steps back to focus on his companies. Yet, he vows to support DOGE’s mission remotely.
