During the conference, former United States President Donald Trump revealed that he had ordered entrepreneur Elon Musk to investigate the Pentagon, pointing out that this agency had not undergone an audit in years. With the backing of the administration, it is suggested that the cryptocurrency DOGE could play a fundamental role in reducing government spending.
In another statement during a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Trump mentioned that drug cartels control Mexico, although he claimed to maintain a good relationship with the Mexican Government and expressed willingness to provide assistance if requested to combat criminal groups. He also announced the implementation of new tariffs for the automotive industry starting April 2.
In a joint interview in the Oval Office, Musk shared that he realized the intensity of the backlash when mentioning the president's name with friends at a private dinner before the elections. This revelation occurred during the first television interview between Musk and Trump, where they discussed the role of DOGE in the administration and plans to tackle issues of "waste, fraud, and abuse" in the federal government.
Trump signed three new executive orders to improve the transparency and efficiency of the government as part of his efforts to optimize government management and reduce unnecessary costs. The measures include cost reductions in fertility treatments, increased transparency in government agencies, and oversight of independent organizations.
In recent weeks, DOGE has drawn attention to various government agencies, such as the United States Agency for International Development and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. These actions are part of a series of efforts to improve the efficiency and transparency of the federal government.
