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Concerns Rise as Musk's Efficiency Cuts $150 Billion Budget

4/25/2025

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Burgum Empowers Hassen

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has handed Tyler Hassen sweeping authority over the department's budget and workforce, sparking concerns among critics, including Democratic lawmakers, who fear this could erode congressional oversight and trigger major layoffs. In a related twist, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency now estimates savings of $150 billion, a stark drop from earlier forecasts.

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Musk Cuts Contracts

In a bold move, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has axed 269 contracts totaling $845 million, boasting $255 million in savings. However, the decision to slash $90 million in grants has sparked outrage, with critics warning that these cuts jeopardize vital services and could harm communities nationwide.

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Burgum Empowers Hassen

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has handed Tyler Hassen sweeping authority over the department's budget and workforce, sparking concerns among critics, including Democratic lawmakers, who fear this could erode congressional oversight and trigger major layoffs. In a related twist, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency now estimates savings of $150 billion, a stark drop from earlier forecasts.

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