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White House Commitment to Efficiency
The White House is pushing to cut government waste and improve efficiency through the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized, “Calls for cutting wasteful spending are not new,” noting past presidents also supported such efforts.
Historic Efforts and Current Challenges
Past leaders like Bill Clinton made major reforms that helped balance the budget, but today’s national deficit exceeds $1.8 trillion. Interest on debt costs over $880 billion annually, signaling a need for change. Representative Daniel Webster said, “It’s time for government agencies to prove their value and modernize.”
Modernizing Federal Operations
DOGE builds on earlier tech-focused efforts like the U.S. Digital Service, aiming for broader cost-saving reviews across all agencies. Leavitt stated, “It’s about improving operations, saving taxpayer dollars, and ensuring every agency is accountable.”
Next Steps and Outlook
Despite some criticism over private-sector involvement, officials say the focus is strictly on efficiency, not policy. DOGE plans to release its first recommendations later this year as federal spending remains a key issue.
