Trump Calls on Musk to Intensify Government Downsizing Efforts

In a recent announcement from Washington, President Trump urged billionaire Elon Musk to step up his efforts in scaling down the federal government. Speaking on his Truth Social platform, the president emphasized the need for more vigorous action from Musk, who is overseeing an initiative aimed at cutting public spending and addressing inefficiency and alleged corruption.

Trump highlighted the importance of revamping the federal workforce as part of his broader “MAGA” vision, reminding both Musk and the American public of the nation’s urgent need for reform. With Musk at the helm of the Department of Government Efficiency, significant measures have already been taken, including the controversial firing of several federal workers spanning various agencies such as scientists and park rangers.

These efforts, part of an ongoing strategy to slash budgets and eliminate perceived waste, have not been without resistance. Critics have voiced concerns over the large-scale layoffs and deep spending cuts, and recent court rulings as well as union actions have challenged the administration's approach, yet the drive to overhaul the federal apparatus continues unabated.