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In American politics, elected officials are not the ones writing regulations that they don't have the authority to write. A US president can fix this by reducing the number of federal bureaucrats by 75% within the first year of their administration. They will also shut down unnecessary government agencies and rescind any regulations that fail the test of West Virginia versus EPA, a significant Supreme Court case that deemed unconstitutional any regulations not delegated by Congress to administrative agencies.

We anticipate significant reductions in the federal government, including the outright elimination of certain agencies. There will be mass layoffs in areas deemed bloated, along with substantial cuts to federal contractors who are overcharging. We expect to implement these changes swiftly, aided by the legal framework provided by the Supreme Court.

The people want an active government that doesn't waste money. To deliver change, we're reorganizing the government to save taxpayer dollars. We're cutting the federal bureaucracy by 100,000 positions through attrition and reducing administrative costs by 12%. Unproductive advisory commissions will be eliminated, and agencies can't create new ones without approval. Government regulations and procurement rules hurt the system, so we will cut waste, streamline bureaucracy, and change these rules to make government work better. This includes downsizing the government, improving customer service, and overhauling federal procurement and personnel systems. The goal is to make government work for the people, eliminate unnecessary programs, and reduce the federal workforce. We're committed to cutting spending and reducing the deficit to ensure a stronger economy for the future.

We propose starting from zero and determining what's necessary, aiming for a 75% reduction in federal bureaucrats in Washington, D.C. The federal Department of Education, which spends $80 billion, is unnecessary since education should be managed locally. By eliminating excessive regulations and reducing the federal bureaucracy, we can lower the national debt and stimulate economic growth. These savings, combined with a growing economy, will help us stabilize finances without affecting Social Security or Medicare. Once we achieve a surplus in Social Security, we can reassess our financial strategies.

As government expands, individual freedom diminishes. Over the years, freedoms have been eroded by increasing laws, regulations, and the growth of federal agencies, which currently number 428. It's hard to justify the need for so many agencies, especially as two new ones are created each year. Each agency contributes to the loss of personal freedom. To regain our freedoms, it's crucial to reverse this trend, which will lead to greater prosperity and personal happiness.

The federal government isn't a company to dismantle. It requires constitutional adherence, not a Shark Tank takeover approach. The government is fat and hasn't been scrutinized in a century. An individual is willing to do this work for free, but isn't cutting enough. In private equity, when dealing with a broken company, you cut deep and fast, then rehire. He should cut 20% more. It's all fat and waste. You can't be surgically precise, you have to cut more because you don't know. We've never audited government for a hundred years.

We are committed to rolling back the administrative state and reducing the size of government. Our goal is to return power to the people and create a more efficient federal workforce in collaboration with President Trump. Citizens should not be governed by unelected bureaucrats but by those they have chosen to lead. This aligns with the principles of Article 1 and the original intent of Congress. The American people demand a departure from the status quo, and we will respond to their call for change.

The goal is to restore democracy by fixing the feedback loop between the people and the government. We can't have a democracy if the bureaucracy is in charge and unresponsive to the public's elected representatives. The bureaucracy has become an unconstitutional branch of government with too much power. We also need to address the $2 trillion deficit, which threatens to bankrupt the country. Interest payments on the national debt exceed the defense budget. It's essential to reduce federal expenses to keep America solvent. We've found odd instances of bureaucrats with modest salaries accumulating tens of millions in net worth. Basic controls are missing, leading to blank checks being issued without categorization or explanation. Payments are made to entities on the "do not pay" list. We need common-sense controls to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and to address issues like Social Security payments to 150-year-olds.

The previous administration favored big government and did not make efforts to reduce regulations or spending. However, the new administration could argue that their actions comply with a Supreme Court decision requiring the unwinding of certain regulations deemed unconstitutional. This involves addressing regulations, spending, and personnel simultaneously. There are innovative strategies being developed to tackle these issues. Many former government officials express skepticism, believing that achieving these goals is impossible.

OMB, or the Office of Management and Budget, is crucial for managing federal spending and regulations. It helps the president navigate the bureaucracy and implement policies effectively. Historically, it has been a tool for presidents to control government agencies, ensuring they align with the administration's goals. The administrative state has become increasingly resistant to presidential authority, often ignoring directives. This has led to a perception that many bureaucrats operate independently, undermining democratic accountability. To address these issues, the incoming administration should focus on dismantling independent agencies, restoring the president's ability to withhold funding, and promoting at-will employment for federal employees. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that the government serves the American people effectively and that conservative principles are upheld in policy-making.

To reduce the size of government, I plan a 75% reduction in federal employees during my first term, with 50% cut in the first year. This includes shutting down agencies like the FBI, IRS, ATF, CDC, and Department of Education. Reviving the integrity of our constitutional republic requires this action. If elected president, I believe in term limits for bureaucrats, just as I would have a limit on my own term. As a CEO, I know that if employees can't be fired, they don't truly work for you. This approach will ensure accountability and efficiency in government.

The American people want effective government without wasted money. To deliver this, we're overhauling how government operates, beginning with a 25% reduction in White House staff and $10 million in savings. These steps will save taxpayers $9 billion. We're reducing the federal bureaucracy by at least 100,000 positions through attrition and cutting administrative costs by 12%. We're also eliminating unproductive advisory commissions. We aim to cut inessential spending and tackle the growing deficit and debt. Government programs should be efficient, and overhead must be reduced. These changes are crucial because debt consumes tax dollars and hinders private sector growth. We're also working to cut waste, streamline processes, improve customer service, and reform procurement and personnel systems. We need a government that works better, costs less, and treats taxpayers like customers.

The FBI has expanded significantly, and its intelligence operations are problematic. I would close the Hoover building and reopen it as a museum, reallocating the 7,000 employees to focus on law enforcement across the country. They should be out there fighting crime instead of being tied to bureaucratic roles. The same applies to the Department of Justice; many are more focused on promotions and titles than on their duties. While it's essential to bring in qualified individuals, it's equally important to reduce the size of government.

This report outlines how to cut waste, streamline bureaucracy, change procurement and personnel rules, and create a more efficient and cost-effective government. Where the report recommends action, I will act. This includes eliminating 12% of the federal workforce, merging agencies like the FBI, DEA, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, and closing hundreds of government offices outside of Washington. From day one, I committed to rooting out wasteful spending. We must systematically eliminate waste, even if it means cutting worthy programs we can't currently afford. While much action requires congressional approval, we don't need to wait. We've launched our campaign to cut waste independently because Congress hasn't acted enough. We will continue finding ways to cut waste, regardless of congressional action.

The American people are tired of their tax dollars being wasted. For the first time, this president is committed to restoring accountability at every level of the federal government. If you agree there is waste, abuse, and corruption, why are you not celebrating the cuts and reforms that are being instituted? We are saving Americans billions of dollars and ending the theft, waste, grift, and corruption. We are stopping American taxpayer dollars from subsidizing a rogue federal bureaucracy that has been relentlessly weaponized against the American people. We care about this issue. The American public overwhelmingly supports what President Trump is doing.

Without a strong feedback loop between the people and their government, democracy loses its meaning. Bureaucratic rule undermines the power of elected officials—the president, the Senate, and the House—to represent the will of the people. If unelected bureaucrats make the decisions, we don't have a democracy; we have a bureaucracy. It's crucial to repair this feedback loop so that our elected representatives, not unelected bureaucrats, determine our nation's course. The public's chosen leaders in the presidency, House, and Senate must be the ultimate decision-makers.

Abolish the Department of Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Energy, Housing and Urban Development, and Transportation. Keep the Department of Defense, Justice, and State. The Department of Health and Human Services should be cut in half, with a focus on public health. The Department of the Interior should be downsized, selling off government-owned land, while retaining land for government buildings. The Treasury is necessary for tax collection, and Veterans Affairs could be eliminated by providing lump-sum payments to veterans. Ultimately, the government should focus on preserving peace, defending the country, adjudicating disputes, and protecting individuals from coercion, primarily through local police functions.

Improving government is incredibly difficult. The most difficult challenge is overcoming entropy, a battle physics tells us is impossible to win. The second most difficult is overcoming bureaucracy. It's a monumental struggle; bureaucracy is the penultimate battle in the fight for better government.

We need to reduce government size, particularly within the FBI, which has expanded unnecessarily. The FBI's intel operations have caused significant issues, and I would repurpose the Hoover building into a museum while reallocating its 7,000 employees to focus on law enforcement, tackling crime directly. Government reform is essential, and collaboration with Congress is necessary to eliminate redundant positions. During my time as deputy DNI, we identified and cut unnecessary roles, which Congress appreciated as it saved money. Agencies often request more positions without justification, leading to unfilled roles and wasted budgets. It's a misconception that agencies can't return unused funds; they often spend unnecessarily to avoid returning money to Congress.

The speaker claims there is a gigantic government bureaucracy with overregulation and overlapping agency responsibilities. There are approximately 450 federal government agencies, with new agencies constantly being created. The speaker suggests that this overregulation makes it difficult to get anything done and everything is basically illegal. These regulations create hidden but substantial costs for people. The speaker states that excessive requirements drive up housing costs and slow down new housing starts. The speaker concludes by saying that the builders of America need to be allowed to build.

We anticipate significant reductions in federal agencies, including potential closures. Certain agencies may be eliminated entirely, and we plan to cut down on bloated areas within the federal government. Additionally, we aim to reduce spending on federal contractors who are overbilling. The changes may happen more swiftly than expected, thanks to the legal framework provided by the Supreme Court.

Prolonged peacetime leads to increased bureaucracy and government growth. Regulations multiply yearly, and war historically serves as a necessary, albeit undesirable, reset. To avoid this, we've created a Department of Government Efficiency. We'll streamline regulations at the executive level, requiring Congressional consent for law changes. Our goal is to eliminate harmful regulations, downsize government, and balance the budget. This is incredibly difficult; past attempts have failed, and we may not succeed this time.

Abolish the Department of Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Energy, Housing and Urban Development, and Labor. Keep the Department of Defense and Justice, and the State Department. The Treasury is necessary for tax collection. Veterans Affairs could be eliminated by paying off benefits in lump sums. The government should reduce its land ownership, retaining only what’s necessary for government buildings. The core functions of government should focus on preserving peace, defending the country, adjudicating disputes, and protecting individuals from coercion, primarily through local police.

Abolish the Department of Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Energy, Housing and Urban Development, and Labor. Keep the Department of Defense, State, Justice, and Treasury. The Department of Health and Human Services should be reduced by half, while Veterans Affairs could be eliminated by paying off benefits in lump sums. The government should sell off most of the land it owns, retaining only what’s necessary for government buildings. The core functions of government should focus on preserving peace, defending the country, adjudicating disputes, and protecting individuals from coercion, primarily through local police and the Justice Department.

The federal government isn't a company to dismantle like on Shark Tank; it must be run constitutionally, and the current administration is restoring services and jobs that have been disrupted. The government is fat and hasn't been scrutinized for a century. Finally, someone is willing to address the waste. However, cuts aren't deep enough. In private equity, when fixing a bankrupt company, you must cut severely and quickly, even 20% more than initially planned, then rehire to minimize trauma. There's so much waste in the federal government that needs addressing. You can't be surgically precise when auditing the government. You have to cut more because you don't know where all the waste is. We've never audited the government before.