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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Doge reportedly using AI tool to create delete list' of federal regulations

The department of government efficiency (Doge) is using artificial intelligence to create a delete list of federal regulations, proposing to use the tool to cut 50% of regulations by the first anniversary of Donald Trump's second inauguration.
Artificial intelligence
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

OMB wants to break down barriers for CIOs, White House official says

The Trump administration aims to elevate the role of chief information officers to enhance government efficiency and integration.
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

New OPM head plans to cement focus on efficiency

Kupor emphasized that "OPM is its own agency" and will make decisions in the best interests of its operations, despite seeking to collaborate with the Department of Government Efficiency.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

State Department deputy Michael Rigas tapped as acting GSA head

The General Services Administration's agency has been key to Trump 2.0's agenda, managing government procurement, technology, and real estate.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Trump creates 'Schedule G' to add more political appointees to agencies top ranks

"President Trump believes creating non-career Schedule G positions will enhance government efficiency and accountability and improve services provided to taxpayers by increasing the horsepower for agency implementation of administration policy."
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Thank the Supreme Court for the Evisceration of the Federal Workforce

Mass firings in government prioritize arbitrary quotas over efficiency and public service.
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

GSA plans to optimize operations following cost-cutting, agency head says

Stephen Ehikian stated, "the build back isn't just bringing it back to where it was before; it is rethinking the GSA," indicating a transformative approach to restructuring the agency.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

DOGE Put Free Tax Filing Tool on Chopping Block After One Meeting With Lobbyists

Direct File, the IRS's free tax filing tool, faces potential cuts despite initial reassurances from leaders of the Department of Government Efficiency.
#usda
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

The U.S. DOGE Service is still hiring

DOGE is hiring to fill 40 positions after significant layoffs of the staff formerly in USDS. Funding requests amount to $45 million.
#doge
#elon-musk
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Will the Trump-Musk rift really change anything? | Jan-Werner Muller

Elon Musk's influence remains despite his perceived departure, as his ideas continue to shape policy and governance.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Will the Trump-Musk rift really change anything? | Jan-Werner Muller

Elon Musk's influence remains despite his perceived departure, as his ideas continue to shape policy and governance.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Cal Fire rolled out an AI chatbot. Don't ask it about evacuation orders

The chatbot, intended to improve access to fire prevention resources, fails to accurately describe wildfire containment and does not reliably provide evacuation information.
California
#supreme-court
EU data protection
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justices Grant DOGE Access to Social Security Data and Let the Team Shield Records

The Supreme Court permits the Department of Government Efficiency to access sensitive Social Security Administration records.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Ron DeSantis Showers Elon Musk With Praise Amid Feud With Trump But Warns Against Third Party Gambit

Ron DeSantis praises Elon Musk's innovation and expresses concerns about potential Democratic victories if Musk supports candidates from another party.
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Red States Follow DOGE's Lead, Slashing Services to Fund Giveaways to the Rich

States are using 'government efficiency' initiatives to limit agency authority and promote tax cuts for the wealthy.
Tech industry
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Tesla deliveries fall for second quarter in a row

Tesla experienced a 14% decline in vehicle deliveries in Q2 due to rising competition and issues stemming from Musk's past government role.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump praises Elon Musk for colossal change' as Doge adviser says farewell

Musk's tenure as a government advisor ends with ambitions for continued influence through Doge, despite limited cost savings.
fromeuronews
4 weeks ago

USAID closes its doors after six decades amid Trump crackdown

USAID has been shut down after 60 years of operation as part of efforts to eliminate perceived wasteful government spending.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bannon Rips Into Musk Over Call for a Third Party, Argues DOGE Failed to Actually Cut Spending

Bannon criticized Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency, citing unfulfilled promises to cut significant waste, fraud, and abuse from government spending.
US politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

'Big Balls' Is Now at the Social Security Administration

Edward Coristine returned to government as a special employee at SSA after a brief resignation from DOGE.
#social-security
fromWIRED
1 month ago
SF politics

Senators Warn DOGE's Social Security Administration Work Could Break Benefits

fromWIRED
1 month ago
SF politics

Senators Warn DOGE's Social Security Administration Work Could Break Benefits

from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

U.S. Agencies Wasted $135B in 2024 and Just 16.5% Was Recovered

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was established in 2025 to increase government transparency, modernize technology, and cut wasteful spending, ultimately aiming to save taxpayer money.
Non-profit organizations
#hud
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Melanie Stansbury Makes Brutal Math Error in DOGE Hearing

Rep. Melanie Stansbury faced criticism for displaying incorrect polling figures, mistakenly reporting that disapproval ratings totaled 110%.
Mistakes in polling data can occur even amid scrutiny of government organizations.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Democrat Melanie Stansbury triggers Marjorie Taylor Greene into gavel-banging meltdown at House hearing-again

Democratic Rep. Melanie Stansbury highlighted procedural issues in a heated hearing, emphasizing the partisan divide over government efficiency reforms.
Rep. Stansbury's calm return to order contrasts with Greene's flustered defensive tactics.
#veterans-affairs
NYC startup
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The DOGEfather Part II

Joe Gebbia is a likely candidate to lead the Department of Government Efficiency after Elon Musk.
Gebbia aims to leverage his design background to innovate federal processes.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

No more Mr Nice Guy for Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer's speech reflects a growing impatience with government inefficiency and a desire for tangible progress on key priorities.
#trump-administration
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow federal layoffs

Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval to reduce federal workforce.
Federal judges have temporarily halted Trump's plans for downsizing until legal disputes are resolved.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US updates: Trump farewells DOGE chief Musk in Oval Office DW 05/30/2025

Trump bids farewell to Musk, marking his last day leading federal workforce cuts amidst controversy.
Tech industry
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Palantir and the Age of Authoritarian Entrepreneurs

The Trump administration prioritized data control, increasing reliance on private firms like Palantir for managing citizen information.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump Puts Gaining Power Ahead of Enacting His Policies

The Trump administration could pursue its agenda legally and orderly, avoiding chaos and litigation.
Many policy initiatives are possible without the need for continuous court battles.
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow federal layoffs

Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval to reduce federal workforce.
Federal judges have temporarily halted Trump's plans for downsizing until legal disputes are resolved.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US updates: Trump farewells DOGE chief Musk in Oval Office DW 05/30/2025

Trump bids farewell to Musk, marking his last day leading federal workforce cuts amidst controversy.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

FCC's last Democratic commissioner doesn't know why Trump hasn't fired her yet

Gomez has accused her own agency under Carr's leadership of "weaponizing" its authority "to silence critics," and opening "sham investigations" into news outlets like NPR, PBS, ABC, CBS, and NBC.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Civic tech leaders worry DOGE is 'tarnishing' its tools to improve government

Trump's creation of the Department of Government Efficiency has disrupted civic tech efforts aimed at improving government services.
#reform-uk
fromFast Company
1 month ago

DOGE cut federal IT contracts. Don't count on the government to pick up the slack

"I'm fully in alignment with the need to in-house government capacity and government services," says Merici Vinton, a former U.S. Digital Service official.
Digital life
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Russell Vought Is Picking up Where Elon Musk Left Off

Russell Vought emphasizes the White House's intent to utilize executive powers for budget cuts, challenging congressional authority.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Elon Musk Trying to Figure Out Who's to Blame for His Massive Unpopularity

Musk faced unexpected challenges in improving federal bureaucracy and is confused by public backlash towards his initiatives.
#donald-trump
fromeuronews
2 months ago
US politics

Trump gives Elon Musk an Oval Office sendoff

Elon Musk's departure marks significant changes in government efficiency and a controversial legacy in federal operations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Trump Praises Musk's DOGE For Ending Studies on Making Mice Transgender' Which Were Actually Asthma and Cancer Research

Trump highlights DOGE's impact on government waste reduction in farewell presser with Musk.
US politics
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Trump gives Elon Musk an Oval Office sendoff

Elon Musk's departure marks significant changes in government efficiency and a controversial legacy in federal operations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Trump Praises Musk's DOGE For Ending Studies on Making Mice Transgender' Which Were Actually Asthma and Cancer Research

fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

DOGE left United States Institute of Peace office with water damage, rats, and roaches | TechCrunch

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has left the United States Institute of Peace's headquarters in disarray, with reports of water damage and vermin.
Washington DC
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

It's Elon Musk's last official day in DC. Here are some of the most notable reactions to his DOGE exit.

Musk's tenure at DOGE showcased radical cost-cutting but ended as he shifts focus away from politics to his businesses.
Data science
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Helping DOGE break down data silos

Federal agencies must improve data access and collaboration to enhance citizen services and decision-making processes.
Isolated data systems hinder effective analysis and result in resource duplication.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk's right-hand man is leaving DOGE too

Steve Davis, a longtime ally of Elon Musk and a top official in the White House DOGE office, has exited his position as the team disbands.
Washington DC
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