A Lawsuit challenges Trump’s DOGE plan led by Elon Musk, fearing drastic cuts to vital services as Trump aims to save $2 trillion.
Vivek Ramaswamy, the entrepreneur and a former presidential candidate, resigned from the post of one of the co-chairs of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the advisory body established by President Trump and Elon Musk.
Ramaswamy, in a January 20 X post, boasted about his role in the creation of DOGE but reiterated that he is gearing up to declare his gubernatorial bid in Ohio. “I’m confident that Elon & team will succeed in streamlining government,” Ramaswamy said.
CBS News and The New York Times indicate that Ramaswamy intends to run for the seat occupied by Mike DeWine, a governor of Ohio whose term expires in 2027. Although he did not share much information about his strategies, he suggested that he will share more information soon, and he supports Trump.
In an interview with DOGE’s spokesperson, Anna Kelly, she explained that Ramaswamy is no longer part of DOGE because of his political pursuits as the structure of DOGE entails that a person who is running for an office must relinquish his or her position.
Some of the comments that Ramaswamy made about American culture such as his remarks about tech companies hiring foreign workers are said to have led to his dismissal. While Musk has full control of DOGE, the organization is experiencing legal issues, according to Reuters.
The AFGE and the Public Citizen sued DOGE as soon as Trump was inaugurated, arguing that DOGE is in violation of the FACA. They opine that DOGE is not accountable to the public, and that private interests may be dictating government policies.
The goal of DOGE to reduce federal spending by up to $2 trillion has been met with approval and disapproval. While Musk says the initiative could save billions, critics say it may result in drastic cuts to essential social services.
On the other hand, Dogecoin (DOGE) is having some volatility and is currently priced at $0.3422 with 6% dip in last 24 hours, which has slightly dropped in the last week. These changes are being closely observed by investors.
As Ramaswamy shifts his focus to Ohio politics, DOGE faces mounting legal challenges that could impact its future. The outcome of these battles will shape both government efficiency and the broader political landscape.