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DOGE Crypto Claims $115B Savings Spark Controversy

3/16/2025

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Senator Joni Ernst sparked controversy by asserting that DOGE cryptocurrency saved taxpayers a staggering $115 billion, pointing to government waste like overpriced software licenses. Her remarks drew ire, especially as she criticized Democrats for resisting spending cuts. In a related move, some Republicans are pushing to shut down publicly-funded media amid federal job reductions.

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Senator Joni Ernst sparked controversy by asserting that DOGE cryptocurrency saved taxpayers a staggering $115 billion, pointing to government waste like overpriced software licenses. Her remarks drew ire, especially as she criticized Democrats for resisting spending cuts. In a related move, some Republicans are pushing to shut down publicly-funded media amid federal job reductions.