Why I joined DOGE
Briefly

Sahil Lavingia, a former DOGE staffer at the Department of Veterans Affairs, shares insights about his experiences within Elon Musk's cost-cutting initiative known as DOGE. Despite promises of transparency, the initiative has been criticized for its secrecy, particularly concerning the entry of software engineers and political appointees into government agencies. Lavingia reflects on the impact DOGE had, including significant layoffs of government employees, indicating a troubling blend of operational challenges and ethical considerations within its framework.
Sahil Lavingia, a former staffer at the Department of Veterans Affairs, sheds light on the inner workings of Elon Musk's DOGE, encapsulating its secrecy and operational challenges.
Despite promising transparency, DOGE's initiatives have been largely secretive, with serious implications for government workers and sensitive agency data accessibility.
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