Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., discusses plans to cut spending with the Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, but some GOP lawmakers doubt Congress can achieve significant changes. House GOP divided on spending cuts and fiscal issues despite national debt surpassing $36 trillion.
Key Points
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy leading the Department of Government Efficiency
GOP lawmakers divided on the approach to cutting spending
National debt exceeds $36 trillion, prompting concerns about fiscal responsibility
Pros
Efforts to address government spending and national debt
Discussion on the need for significant spending cuts
Potential for bipartisan cooperation on fiscal issues
Cons
Skepticism among GOP lawmakers about Congress' ability to enact meaningful change
Internal division within the House GOP on how to navigate fiscal issues
Uncertainty about the effectiveness of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)