Opinion | How Elon Musk's and Vivek Ramaswamy's Government-Slashing Spree Could Backfire
Briefly

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy represent a partnership emphasizing extreme downsizing of government, but it's crucial to recognize staffing issues may hinder operational efficacy.
While there is indeed waste in the government, the focus should not solely be on reducing staff, as key positions often face understaffing challenges.
The federal government staff as a percentage of the population is lower now compared to when Reagan was in office, challenging the narrative of overstaffing.
Cutting the federal workforce by 75% could lead to misspending of funds, as proper monitoring requires adequate personnel to oversee expenditures.
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