Inside the DOGE Brain Drain
Briefly

Elon Musk's effort to reshape the American government began with the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with substantial backing from President Trump and a commitment of nearly $300 million. Musk sought to dismantle what he termed the 'deep state,' leveraging his high-profile status and a team of tech-savvy employees. However, internal conflicts emerged, leading to DOGE's quick decline and questions about the effectiveness of its proposed reforms. This article explores the implications of Musk's vision against the backdrop of existing political dynamics and bureaucratic resistance.
Musk's arrival with a unique public profile and financial muscle aimed to dismantle the so-called deep state, but challenges soon arose even within DOGE.
The ambitions behind DOGE were initially significant; however, internal tensions rapidly led to its decline before results were seen.
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