SMALL DEAL BETWEEN FRIENDS – In New York, Donald Trump announced that he would create a commission on “government efficiency”, led by Elon Musk
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has announced that he will create a commission on “government efficiency” led by billionaire Elon Musk if he wins the November 5 election, the daily reports. USA Today.
In a speech at the Economic Club of New York, Donald Trump presented the initiative for the first time publicly, after discussing it with his advisers for weeks. He said the commission would develop a plan to eliminate “fraud and improper payments” within six months of its creation.
A pole extended by Elon Musk
Musk had teased the possibility during a podcast in August, saying he would be interested in being part of it. After the Republican candidate’s speech, Musk confirmed his commitment. “I look forward to serving America if the opportunity presents itself. No pay, no title, no recognition required,” he wrote on his X platform.
The proposal has drawn widespread criticism, including from Everett Kelley, president of the American Federation of Government Employees, who accuses the two men of wanting to replace nonpartisan civil servants with allies. “There is no (…) - 20minutes
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