
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has begun an aggressive campaign targeting wasteful spending within the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and other federal agencies. Backed by President-elect Donald Trump, DOGE aims to dramatically cut government waste and streamline operations across Washington.
Launched as a privately funded watchdog group, DOGE was designed to root out inefficiencies in federal agencies. Spearheaded by Musk and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, the organization has rapidly grown in influence, raising concerns about its close ties to Trump’s transition team.
The first @DOGE Agents arrived in Washington, D.C., with a clear target: the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). https://t.co/yzwqlH9lJX
— ginny j. (@ncginny) January 13, 2025
@DOGE I hope you look into the IRS and illegal surveillance. No search warrant needed.
— Jim chester (@bigjimchester) January 13, 2025
Currently, 50 DOGE agents are stationed at SpaceX’s Washington, D.C., office, actively investigating spending and redundancies within the IRS, Treasury Department, Homeland Security and Veterans Affairs. Musk’s plan includes expanding the team to 100 agents by Trump’s inauguration, signaling the scale and urgency of their mission.
86k new IRS agents hell bent on destroying small businesses as Biden planned. Hmmm – can’t wait for the defunding to start. Can’t be soon enough. What else will we find? Popcorn please! Gooool Elon!!!! DOGE! https://t.co/WyZ8cmcz5N
— ElCID (@dj316Trump) January 13, 2025
Please DOGE abolish the corrupt FED/IRS
— GJ (@JeffersonHolly3) January 13, 2025
Musk has publicly stated his goal of slashing up to $2 trillion in government spending. However, he recently admitted that even cutting $1 trillion would mark a significant victory. “If we try for $2 trillion, we’ve got a good shot at getting $1 [trillion],” Musk said, underscoring his commitment to fiscal responsibility.
@realDonaldTrump @JDVance @elonmusk @VivekGRamaswamy @DOGE
ABOLISH THE IRS!!!
— Pirate58 (@Pirate5822) January 13, 2025
Audit of IRS by DOGE is Essential.
Get our best forensic accountants
with pristine credentials. https://t.co/Z9bq7hx9NF— l lorenz (@lucindalorenz) January 13, 2025
Despite DOGE’s growing role, critics have voiced concerns about a privately funded group influencing federal policy. Some argue that DOGE’s rapid expansion could blur the lines between private interests and public governance. However, supporters see DOGE as a much-needed disruptor poised to challenge Washington’s culture of waste.
I have a suggestion for DOGE, take the 80k plus IRS agents hired by the Biden administration and repurpose them as board patrol agents. If they refuse, their choice. At least they won't get paid unemployment or severance.
— Peggy Ehresman (@PeggyB18904) January 12, 2025
As DOGE ramps up operations, federal agencies are bracing for major budget cuts and structural changes. Musk’s swift action, coupled with Trump’s backing, signals that bold reforms are coming. DOGE is set to play a pivotal role in reducing government spending and holding Washington accountable for its financial mismanagement.