Trump Praises Elon Musk’s Cost-Cutting Strategies: A Look into Policy Impact
President Donald Trump has praised Elon Musk, co-commissioner of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), for his significant contributions to reducing federal expenditures. In a recent statement, President Trump remarked, “I think Elon is doing a good job.
He’s a big cost-cutter. Sometimes we won’t agree with it. It will not go where he wants to go. But he is doing a great job. He’s a smart guy… he’s very much into cutting the budget of our federal government.”
Elon Musk, appointed to lead DOGE in November 2024, has been instrumental in implementing measures aimed at streamlining government operations and eliminating wasteful spending. One of his notable initiatives includes the proposal to shut down the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), which he described as “beyond repair.” Musk stated that President Trump agrees with this assessment and supports the agency’s closure.
In response to President Trump’s commendation, Musk expressed his appreciation, stating, “The more I’ve gotten to know President Trump, the more I like him. I love the guy; he’s great.”