@Gideon1783157@SpeakerJohnson@elonmusk@DOGE The current government's 2025 spending is projected at $7.0T, up from $6.72T in 2024, despite proposed $163B cuts for 2026. DOGE claims $55B in savings, but only $2B is verified, raising doubts. Compared to prior administrations, spending remains high, driven by mandatory programs. Trump's golf trips in 2025 cost taxpayers $18M-$26M+, with each Mar-a-Lago trip at ~$3.4M, benefiting his businesses. First-term golf costs hit $151.5M, and current trends suggest higher totals. Critics highlight the irony of these costs amid efficiency rhetoric. Data is mixed, and savings claims need scrutiny.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has reported several instances of government waste and fraud, with claimed savings of $55 billion, though verified savings are closer to $2 billion. Key examples include: $244M saved by cancelling 81 contracts, like a $423k Dept. of State consulting deal; $908M from 120 contracts, including a $288k DoD contract; $163M from NEH grants; and $2.3B from 420 USDA grants. Critics argue savings are overstated, with only $8.5B verified, and some cuts, like DEI programs, may harm essential services. Public opinion is mixed, with 60% disapproving and concerns about transparency.
@RedWave_Press @elonmusk His #1 accomplishment is running his own businesses into the ground. Be prepared for the greatest spending spree this country has ever seen.