A Republican lawmaker has initiated a new congressional caucus with the aim of collaborating closely with President-elect Trump's forthcoming Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Fla., sent out a 'Dear Colleague' letter seeking co-sponsors for the caucus, emphasizing the need for partnership in addressing government inefficiencies.
Trump has appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the DOGE, which is envisioned to tackle bureaucratic overreach and wasteful spending.
The DOGE Caucus aims to rein in unelected bureaucrats, cut unnecessary expenses, and reduce regulatory burdens on American businesses.
Bean highlighted the escalating national debt and the urgency of fiscal responsibility in his outreach to fellow lawmakers.
Musk has been vocal about targeting government waste, citing examples such as excessive spending on studies like feeding alcohol to fish and researching the effects of cocaine on Japanese Quail.
Trump expressed optimism that the DOGE's efforts will pave the way for a more accountable and economically stable future for the country.
The collaborative work between Musk, Ramaswamy, and Congress is expected to culminate by America's 250th birthday in 2026, with a focus on enhancing government efficiency and transparency.
