D.O.G.E. Denies Closure, Claims $335 Million Saved from Wasteful Contracts

The Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.) has refuted a Reuters report claiming the agency was shut down before its mandate ended. D.O.G.E. insists it continues to eliminate unnecessary government spending, recently terminating 78 contracts and saving taxpayers over $335 million.

Reuters Report Sparks Confusion

Reuters claimed D.O.G.E. faced an early closure, with duties transferred to other federal bodies.
Former team members reportedly moved to a new design-focused government body.
Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor noted that while D.O.G.E.'s centralized leadership might have changed, its core objectives persist across multiple agencies.

Public Demands Transparency

Critics demand proof of savings, questioning the lack of updated financial disclosures from D.O.G.E.
Commentators highlight inconsistencies in the agency's reporting schedule and rising federal debt despite claimed savings.

D.O.G.E., initially under Elon Musk's leadership, aims to streamline government operations. While its mandate extends to mid-2026, speculation about reduced activity since late summer persists, with no official confirmation on its status from Trump officials.