DOGE wants to cut $1 trillion this year. But it's not looking at big spending drivers

Even if you take DOGE's savings claims so far at face value, its moves to cancel contracts, end leases and push federal agencies to reduce head count barely dent the government's balance sheet.

Mar 6, 2025 - 13:43
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DOGE wants to cut $1 trillion this year. But it's not looking at big spending drivers
Elon Musk stands as he is recognized by President Trump during the latter

Even if you take DOGE's savings claims so far at face value, its moves to cancel contracts, end leases and push federal agencies to reduce head count barely dent the government's balance sheet.

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