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The President of the United States: Elon Musk
Role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE): Appointed by President Donald Trump to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk aims to reduce federal spending by $500 billion annually. Although DOGE is not a formal government agency and lacks legal authority, Musk operates as a "special government employee," allowing him to bypass certain federal disclosure requirements.
Aggressive Actions Against Federal Agencies: Musk has targeted the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), labeling it a "criminal organization" and advocating for its dismantlement. His criticisms align with the administration's "America First" policy, which has already led to aid freezes and personnel changes within USAID.
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