Elon Musk will oversee the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a new initiative aimed at reducing government bureaucracy and ensuring accountability in government spending, as announced by the White House. President Trump campaigned with Musk, promising that Musk would lead the DOGE task force to scrutinize government expenditures. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Musk will excuse himself from any conflicts of interest between his business and government work, despite his companies having received over $15 billion from the U.S. government. Musk's role involves overseeing contracts and funding, and he will self-determine when a conflict of interest arises. This move has drawn criticism from Democrats, who argue it could lead to government corruption, while supporters like Representatives Luna and Boebert see it as a step towards more efficient government operations.