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The President of the United States is in charge of the government. He appoints advisors, like Elon Musk and others at the White House, to execute his commands across federal agencies. Recently, Elon Musk claimed transparency at Doge, stating their actions are posted on X and their website. Regarding the termination and subsequent rescinding of 300 employees at the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Secretary of Energy would be responsible for those decisions. Under President Trump, the goal is accountability and transparency in federal spending. For example, where did the $22 billion that the Department of Health and Human Services provided to illegal aliens go? That's enough to provide a free house to every homeless veteran in America.

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I believe Doge isn't about money, but shrinking government to limit its power, even against figures like Trump. But, if Trump is the head of the government, why would the government try to stop him? Because the bureaucracy should uphold the Constitution and prevent authoritarianism, holding everyone accountable and ensuring the government works for the people. Trump is shredding the Constitution, but we never said the bureaucracy should resist political leadership. We are saying that the President will put someone in charge who will contravene the constitution. This is what dictatorships do. The President is in charge of the military, as per the Constitution, which vests executive authority in the President. The idea of an independent military or a bureaucracy resisting political leadership is dangerous.

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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.

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The other side is complaining that nobody voted for Elon or any of my cabinet nominees. They say people are dying because of budget cuts and even allege illegal activity. But frankly, I don't care. If they're complaining, we must be over the target and doing something right. We're simply trying to restore the will of the people through the President. What we've found is a vast, unelected federal bureaucracy that is against the President and the cabinet. In DC, it's 92% Kamala. How can we live in a democracy if the President's will, representing the people, isn't implemented? We're witnessing the bureaucracy thrashing as we try to restore democracy and the will of the people.

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The Doge team is following the money to make real changes. New York is prioritizing illegal aliens over American citizens, but that stops today. Our committee will focus on bringing full transparency to waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government, and present plans to fix these problems. We will fight the war on waste with President Trump, Elon Musk, and the Doge team. This week, we're focusing on improper payments by the federal government, including in Medicaid and Medicare. Elon Musk is showing the country the fraud, waste, and abuse that has been going on for decades, and Americans are cheering. Reciprocal tariffs will make America great again.

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I want to talk about waste, fraud, and abuse. People like President Musk and Trump are using their public offices to enrich themselves by billions of dollars. Why is there silence about looking into the actions of the president and the richest man on Earth? I will say President Musk and Trump often use their public offices to enrich themselves. I will withdraw calling Trump "grifter-in-chief." It's despicable that this committee is silencing me for bringing up that Trump is making millions of dollars.

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Many in the media failed to cover Joe Biden's mental state and misunderstand Elon Musk's role. A president, elected by all Americans, is unique. The Constitution vests executive power in this single president. They appoint staff to implement the democratic will. The real threat to democracy is the unelected bureaucracy of tenured civil servants who defy the will of the American people. For example, when Americans vote for FBI reform, or to end racist DEI policies, these bureaucrats resist change. President Trump is removing those defying democracy by not implementing lawful orders, which represent the will of the American people.

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I spent over an hour and a half with Vivek and Elon, discussing numerous ideas that left us both laughing and shaking our heads at the waste we uncovered. It's clear that the introduction of Doge is timely. We're committed to implementing pro-growth economic policies while also tackling government waste, fraud, and abuse. Our system is shifting from a democracy to a bureaucracy, and that needs to change.

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**Speaker 0:** Regarding tariff revenue, President Trump considered replacing income tax with it, especially to cut waste, fraud, and abuse. Is that a possibility? Also, considering Elon Musk, isn't one of Doge's objectives to get rid of the federal bureaucracy? Who was really running the White House when Joe Biden was in office? **Speaker 1:** China tariff revenue could bring in between $500 billion and $1 trillion over ten years. We expect this tariff revenue will make it much easier for Republicans to pass a bill. **Speaker 2:** Many people failed to cover the fact that Joe Biden was mentally incompetent and was not running the country. A president is elected by the whole American people. The existential threat to democracy is the unelected bureaucracy of lifetime tenured civil servants who believe they answer to no one. President Trump is removing federal bureaucrats who are defying democracy by failing to implement his lawful orders.

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That picture of President Trump and Elon Musk in the Oval Office will be iconic when the story of Trump's second term is told. It depicts a remarkable event: the President justifying a large-scale attack on the federal government. The main criticism is the lack of accountability. Trump campaigned on reforming government and rooting out waste, but the methods—including Musk's involvement and mass firings—were unexpected. The actions haven't provided the detailed justification the American people deserve. Yalda rightly pointed out that if elected representatives can't carry out the will of the people, we don't have a democracy. Calling the bureaucracy an unconstitutional branch of government is inaccurate. However, Trump's actions are facing legal challenges, with judges objecting to actions such as mass firings at USAID and restricting access to the treasury payment system. The debate is ongoing, and Trump's team is relying on the legal system and public opinion.

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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.

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The Democrats complain that nobody voted for Elon or my cabinet nominees and claim people are dying because of budget cuts while also calling my actions illegal. Their reaction shows we must be over the target and doing something right. We're trying to restore the will of the people through the president. There's a vast, unelected federal bureaucracy implacably opposed to the president and the cabinet. Consider that DC voting is 92% for Kamala. If the president's will, representing the people, isn't implemented, then the will of the people isn't being implemented. We're not living in a democracy, but a bureaucracy. What you're seeing is the bureaucracy resisting as we try to restore democracy and the will of the people.

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The courts are the first line of defense against illegal activity. I'm working with lawyers bringing these cases forward, and we're seeing many temporary restraining orders issued recently. This reflects the Trump administration's illegal use of executive orders to bypass Congress and make sweeping changes. I'd like to see Doge and Project 2025 put up for a vote in Congress; I believe they would fail. Trump avoided these issues on the campaign trail because they're unpopular. Now, he's using executive orders to push them through and has Elon Musk doing his "dirty work".

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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.

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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.

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Many of you failed to acknowledge Joe Biden's mental state and his role in leading the country. You also misunderstand how government works by saying Elon isn't elected. A president is elected by all Americans, unlike judges or members of Congress. The Constitution vests executive power in the president. This president appoints staff to carry out the democratic will. The real threat to democracy comes from unelected, tenured civil servants who ignore the will of the people. When Americans vote for change, like FBI reform or ending DEI, these bureaucrats resist. President Trump is removing those defying democracy by not implementing his lawful orders, which reflect the will of the American people.

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The speaker credits the president for enabling Elon Musk's involvement with Doge. They also praise the president for allowing an outside team of experts to analyze government departments and identify potential cuts. According to the speaker, this team found $160 billion in annual administrative cuts. However, these cuts require congressional approval. The speaker acknowledges that some Republicans are not in favor of the necessary austerity measures to enact these cuts.

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The DOGE program is definitely targeted at bureaucrats. Take the Department of Education, for instance. They have a $280 billion budget, but less than 25% actually goes to educating students. The other $220 billion? It goes to bureaucracy, consultants who donate back to Democrats, more consultants, and NGOs. It's money laundering at its finest, and you'll find it in almost every agency. The brilliance of DOGE is not that he has the authority to cut spending, we do. I want him to create a report, going agency by agency, identifying programs we shouldn't fund and assigning a number to each. We'll add a preamble, cut each agency's budget by a set amount based on the report, and halt those programs for good.

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Mister President, what do you think about the Democrats' criticism of the staff reductions by Elon Musk and Doge, claiming it's an unlawful power grab? Have you restricted Musk in any way? We haven't discussed much. He has a capable team that knows what they're doing. They ask questions and can quickly identify issues. I've directed him to explore areas like education and military, where they're uncovering significant fraud and waste. I identify targets for investigation, and while there may be areas we won't touch, I believe everything is worth examining. As a government, we need to be transparent, and I'm willing to take action if necessary.

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Many of you failed to acknowledge Joe Biden's mental state and questioned Elon Musk's authority, revealing a misunderstanding of government. The President, elected by the entire nation, embodies the will of the American people. He appoints staff to implement this democratic will throughout the government. The real threat to democracy comes from unelected, tenured bureaucrats who disregard the people's vote. They resist change, whether it's FBI reform, energy policies, or ending DEI, undermining the democratic process. President Trump is removing these officials who defy democracy by not implementing his lawful orders, which represent the will of the American people.

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Doge isn't about saving or spending money; it's about making the government so small that it can't stop Trump. Why would the government try to stop Trump? Isn't he the head of the government? You're suggesting the government would be too small to stop Trump, even if he's president? Because they want to protect the constitution. And he is creating an authoritarian dictatorship. Are you saying Trump is spreading the constitution? We are saying that we put all power in the executive branch. The legislative branch, the FBI, and the military. We're silencing the media. But isn't the president commander in chief of the military? I'm suggesting the president will put someone in charge who will go against the constitution.

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Mister President, what do you think about the Democrats' criticism regarding staff reductions by Elon Musk and Doge, claiming it's an unlawful power grab? Have you instructed Musk on what he cannot do? We haven't discussed specifics much. Musk has a capable team that knows what they're doing. They ask questions and can identify issues quickly. I've directed him to explore areas like education and military, where they've uncovered significant fraud and waste. While I may target specific areas, I believe there are many opportunities for improvement. As a government, we must remain open and transparent. If necessary, I can step in personally.

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People saw Trump as a threat to democracy, but he was really a threat to the bureaucracy. Elected officials have little power compared to the bureaucracy, and Doge is the first real threat to it. Usually, the bureaucracy absorbs revolutions, but this time, power might actually return to the people. The small decisions within the bureaucracy lead to massive financial outcomes. We saw cases where billions were sent to newly formed NGOs with no prior activity. Government-funded NGOs are a nightmare, a way to bypass laws. These nonprofits are used for people to cash out, becoming wealthy and paying themselves huge sums. It's one of the biggest scams ever.

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President Trump promised to review federal spending, and that's what Musk is doing. Some Democratic colleagues are upset about this review, but it's necessary. For four years, the focus has been on who should pay more taxes, while Republicans are asking where the money went. Examples of questionable spending include $520 million for ESG investments in Africa and $45 million for DEI scholarships in Burma. Democrats are not defending this spending but are instead focused on process and authority. Musk has the president's backing to examine these expenditures. It would be beneficial to compile this spending into a booklet and publicly address each item, challenging Democrats to defend it, which they likely cannot do.

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Howard Lutnick | All-In DC
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Howard Lutnick discusses his long-standing friendship with Donald Trump, which began when he was a young CEO in New York. He recounts how they met at charity events and developed a bond over shared experiences. Lutnick describes Trump as an intuitive and energetic person who thrives on the energy of those around him, stating that attacks against him only serve to empower him further. Lutnick reflects on his role during the aftermath of 9/11, where he committed to supporting the families of victims and rebuilding his company. He emphasizes the importance of relationships in politics, mentioning his past support for various candidates, including Hillary Clinton, due to her assistance after 9/11. He explains that he initially stayed out of politics until Trump asked for his help in 2023, leading him to raise significant funds for Trump's campaign. He shares insights into Trump's approach to governance, particularly regarding the budget and tariffs. Lutnick proposes a plan to balance the U.S. budget by cutting waste and fraud, suggesting that a significant portion of government spending is nonproductive. He emphasizes the need to stop sending money to those who do not need it while ensuring that benefits for those who do are protected. Lutnick introduces the concept of "Doge," a plan to streamline government efficiency and reduce waste through innovative approaches, including the idea of "gratus vendors" who provide services without the bureaucratic hurdles. He discusses the importance of tariffs in reshoring jobs and revitalizing American manufacturing, arguing that tariffs can lead to better economic outcomes for the U.S. He also touches on the idea of a sovereign wealth fund to support Social Security, suggesting that investing in equities rather than just treasuries could significantly benefit retirees. Lutnick concludes by expressing his excitement about working with Trump and the cabinet, emphasizing their shared goal of making America great again through practical and innovative policies.
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