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We should expect hundreds of billions of dollars in wasteful spending at the Department of Defense. It's unacceptable that a full audit won't be completed for four years. The Pentagon needs to be able to pass a budget now, and while the Marine Corps has passed a clean audit for two years, this needs to be department-wide. We need to know exactly where every dollar is going. This is basic accounting, and it's something the Defense Department has lacked. We're committed to fixing this. With America's $37 trillion debt, we must use resources wisely. We welcome partnerships, like with Doge, to streamline processes, cut waste, and ensure every dollar goes to our warfighters. The Defense Department has a huge budget, and responsible spending is crucial.

If you oppose Elon Musk and Doge's federal audit, you're involved in money laundering. We deserve to know how our tax dollars are spent. The government's wasteful spending is outrageous; they spend money on ridiculous things, like studying Thanos' snap and animal surgeries. They also wasted billions in USAID. It's time for a federal audit—a 10% audit is needed because the government is constantly interfering in our lives. Finally, someone is holding them accountable. Tomorrow's Super Bowl will feature Elon Musk's $40 million ad campaign exposing government waste. This is fantastic news!

People are angry at Elon Musk for exposing financial issues, but shouldn't we be more concerned with what politicians are doing with our money? Whether you like Musk or not, the money he's uncovering affects everyone, so gratitude might be more appropriate than hate. I believe Doge is beneficial for America. The level of corruption is mind-blowing. People are acting emotionally instead of logically. How can politicians accumulate wealth far exceeding their salaries? Instead of questioning Musk's position, consider the bigger picture: Many of us support him, and he's working to improve America's financial standing.

The massive bloat in government spending allows politicians to hide their pet projects. For example, Stacey Abrams' climate group, with a revenue of only $100, is slated to receive $2 billion. There's outrage over Elon Musk's team accessing IRS data, yet the Biden administration allowed 53 unpaid researchers and students full access to the American people's data at the IRS. They're okay with waste, fraud, and abuse as long as their special interest groups are funded and their ideology is promoted, regardless of the will of the American people. Our country can't survive this. We are thankful that Donald Trump and his team are saying enough is enough and will begin the process of restoring a constitutional republic.

There's support for clearing government waste on both sides, but also concern about the access Musk and Doge staffers have to sensitive data, especially given Musk's investments with China. As a congressman, I can say that the IRS has been a nightmare. When I write letters of concern for my constituents, it takes up to six months to get a response. The IRS has hundreds of groups with access to sensitive information, yet there were no complaints. Now that Elon Musk is involved and potentially making changes, suddenly everyone is upset. If you have nothing to hide, you have no reason to be asking questions. Congressmen will be in trouble when this paper trail leads back to them.

This hearing of the Oversight Subcommittee on Doge will focus on bringing full transparency to waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government. Our national debt is $36 trillion, and the compounding interest is growing out of control, projected to exceed our entire military budget. These interest payments don't serve Americans; they enslave us to those who own our debt, driving inflation and crippling small businesses. This debt results from Congress and elected administrations, betraying the American people. Unlike private businesses that depend on customer service and smart financial management, the federal government takes our tax dollars regardless of its performance. We must tackle this problem together, setting aside political theater. This subcommittee will fight the war on waste with President Trump, Elon Musk, and the Doge team, starting with improper payments in Medicaid and Medicare. The American people are watching.

I'm demanding refunds for US taxpayers due to alarming financial mismanagement within our federal government. Information from the Department of Government Efficiency reveals that the number of federal employee millionaires has more than doubled since 2021, estimating around 60,000 currently. This is suspicious considering the average federal employee salary is $86,000 annually. Given this, plus a national debt exceeding $36 trillion and a deficit over $2 trillion, I question the trustworthiness of these agencies. With evidence of potential payroll fraud and a lack of oversight from elected officials, I believe taxpayers deserve a refund. Our money has been irresponsibly squandered. Since they have failed to act responsibly with our finances, we deserve our money back.

This hearing aims to bring transparency to waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government. Our national debt is $36 trillion, and the compounding interest is growing out of control. Interest payments will exceed our entire military budget. This debt enslaves Americans and drives inflation. It stems from Congress and elected administrations, betraying the American people. Doge, the Department of Government Efficiency, arose from this betrayal. Unlike private businesses, the federal government doesn't rely on customer service to earn income; it takes your money regardless. There are no consequences for failure or for the ever-growing national debt. We must tackle this issue together, setting aside political differences to save our nation. We will fight waste alongside President Trump, Elon Musk, and the Doge team, focusing on improper payments in programs like Medicaid and Medicare.

I'm concerned about the scrutiny USAID is facing. It's an organization that promotes national security, human rights, and global health. But, some USAID projects are questionable uses of taxpayer money. For example, millions of dollars have gone to tourism in Egypt, a Democratic Party propaganda arm, transgender opera in Colombia, sex changes in Guatemala, bat research in Wuhan, and even a new Sesame Street show in Iraq. These expenditures raise serious questions about how taxpayer money is being spent. We need to take a closer look at these allocations.

There's support for clearing government waste on both sides of the aisle, but also concern about the access Musk and Doge staffers have to sensitive data, especially given Musk's investments with China and billions from the government. When PayPal was owned by Elon Musk, there were no security breaches. The IRS is a nightmare, with folks not back to work years after COVID. As a Congressman, it takes me up to six months to get a response regarding constituent concerns. The IRS has hundreds of groups with access to sensitive data. People are only complaining now that Elon Musk is involved. The only reason to ask questions is if you're doing something crooked. Congressmen will have red faces when this paper trail leads back to them. People are pitching a fit because Musk is making needed changes.

We champion transparency and accountability. Donald Trump attempted to manipulate our democracy for personal gain, but Senate Democrats are fighting back. We've launched a whistleblower portal to address concerns about potential wrongdoing, specifically related to the "Doge" issue. We urge Americans to report any observed misconduct. We believe in government transparency and accountability, values this administration has neglected. This whistleblower portal is a step towards restoring those vital principles.

The reaction to the idea of opening the books on government spending is telling. People are freaking out about the possibility of seeing where our money is going and maybe even rolling back some of it. It's enjoyable to watch them spaz out over it and see what they're reduced to arguing. The US Federal Government spends more money and has more debt than anyone else in history. The moment someone suggests modest cuts or opening the books, everyone loses their mind, claiming it's the end of the world. They act like opening the books or cutting spending is corruption. Think about how backward that is.

As a senator, I'm concerned about USAID's lack of transparency with taxpayer dollars. Examples include funding for a Wuhan lab, Iraqi Sesame Street, and fashion weeks in Europe. My TRACS Act aims to disclose every grant recipient to prevent funds from going to adversaries. The fact that the US government funded the creation of the virus that caused the global pandemic is incredible. It is terrible for people to believe charitable support is tied to political manipulation, so we need a firewall between genuine aid and CIA/State Department activities. It is an all American commitment to not letting the state be abused for political reasons. The focus should be on transparency, accountability, and clarity in our interactions with the world. We need to identify the waste, fraud within our federal government, and get those reforms over the finish line.

Doge's government transparency initiative is an accountant's dream. For the first time, we're seeing exactly where our tax dollars are going, and it's shocking. We've always been told what people *wanted* to hear, not necessarily what we *needed* to hear. Now we have the documentation to see the reality. I'm baffled by the lack of public outrage. This is our money, earned through a lifetime of paying taxes. Where our money is being spent is unacceptable. I'm astounded by the misuse of funds. We need to understand where our tax dollars are being allocated.

House Republicans are prioritizing Elon Musk's interests over those of everyday Americans. Their opposition to transparency is baffling, especially for a party claiming to represent the people. The argument that access is needed to combat misinformation is misleading; the individuals involved are treasury employees, not external actors manipulating the system. The Republicans' actions demonstrate a lack of concern for the American people and their tax dollars. Full transparency on government spending is necessary to prove otherwise.

As taxpayers, we're footing a $271 billion bill annually. Is it really too much to ask for some accountability on where that money goes, especially when these individuals are earning an average salary of $106,000 a year? Think about the single mom juggling two jobs or the dental hygienist tracking patients. They can justify their work. So, why is it such a burden for government employees to do the same? It's this attitude, this perceived arrogance that the American people are fed up with. It's our money, and we have every right to know how it's being spent.

I welcome Elon Musk to come to the briefing room, as he provided great answers and common sense yesterday in the Oval Office regarding Doge. There's no lack of transparency; Doge has an X account, a website posting contracts and stopped payments, making our government efficient. Before, it was unnamed bureaucrats. Now, Musk is under scrutiny for his access, but we're transparent and happy to provide receipts. Here are examples: a DEI contract for US citizenship, a contract for inclusive innovation, and climate change spending in Sri Lanka. These are line items Doge identifies daily. We're providing transparency about Doge's findings, like the Federal Employee Retirement System processing in Pennsylvania. These actions are fraudulent, wasteful, and an abuse of taxpayer dollars, contrary to the President's agenda.

I came to Congress to make a difference, not to see members day trading. Public information is key, but the conflict of interest is real. Congress always has excuses, but it's time to push for change. It's time to take action and put an end to stock trading.

Do any of you still like America? It's shocking that people are upset about Doge while our government has been wasting money on ridiculous projects for years. For example, $7 million on magic studies, $1.5 million using kittens to study motion sickness, and $6.9 million on smart toilets that recognize users. We spent $118,000 to see if a metal Thanos could snap his fingers and $75,000 on a study of lizards blown off trees with leaf blowers. In 2023, $150.7 billion went to those protesting and burning flags. If you don’t like America, feel free to leave. Those in power are benefiting from this global money laundering, and it’s time to reconsider where you stand.

I'd love to have Elon Musk come to the Briefing Room, especially after his informative visit to the Oval Office yesterday. We've been incredibly transparent about Doge's work. They're actively tweeting updates and posting contract receipts on their website, showcasing how they're making our government more efficient. Before Doge, these issues were handled by unknown bureaucrats. Now, Elon Musk, is under scrutiny for bringing these issues to light, providing needed transparency. We're happy to provide the receipts, like these DEI contracts totaling millions, including one for climate change in Sri Lanka. These are the kinds of wasteful expenditures Doge is uncovering daily. Many Americans weren't even aware of things like the federal employee retirement system being processed in a mine in Pennsylvania until Elon Musk spoke up. This is fraudulent, wasteful, and an abuse of taxpayer dollars.

Congress is seen as a rich person's club, with members making profitable stock trades. This issue needs fixing as it's a current problem, not just a future concern. Members have access to valuable information before the public, leading to unfair advantages in trading.

The left is not worried about democracy, they are worried about being exposed. All the shady things they've been doing in the dark with American tax dollars is about to come to light. If they had nothing to hide, they wouldn't be going so crazy about it. A defensive reaction to an accusation can indicate guilt. We're seeing a bunch of guilty politicians complaining after Elon Musk has been going into the books and finding hundreds of millions of our tax dollars going to nonsense. Just yesterday, we saw Elon talking about investigating federal employees who have a high net worth despite low pay. For many years, many people were afraid of the government. Now the tables are turning and the government is afraid of the people. It's all coming out now.

I'm calling for an investigation to uncover who in the government has been receiving kickbacks from USAID. Doge's congressional audits reveal that three Democrat senators have each inexplicably gained over $20,000,000 in net worth. When questioned, they claimed the wealth simply appeared. These files have now been handed over to Pam Bondi at the Justice Department. If they're found guilty of using taxpayer money to enrich themselves, what consequences do you think they should face? Share your thoughts in the comments on what actions should be taken against those who steal from American citizens.

The speaker asserts there is waste in government spending, which was the idea behind "doge." Elon Musk did not find $2 trillion, but he only worked on it for 130 days. The idea that there must be a perpetual audit of government is now embedded in everyone's head, regardless of political affiliation. The brand for this idea is "Doge."

The issue at hand is the disparity in asset ownership among members of Congress. Many Americans question how certain politicians achieve impressive investment returns, especially those involved in stock trades during the COVID pandemic. This isn't just a perception; it's a real problem. Congress members are trading based on information not available to the public. While insider trading is prohibited, members often receive information that, while not classified as insider information by securities laws, still provides them with a significant advantage. This situation raises concerns about fairness and transparency in financial dealings among lawmakers.