Trump & Musk: DOGE, Press Conference & Final Day
Trump, Musk Discuss Government Spending cuts at white House
Updated May 30, 2025
President Donald Trump met with Elon Musk, who is concluding his tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), to discuss government spending cuts. the press conference took place at the Oval Office, where Trump praised Musk’s contributions to identifying areas for potential savings.
Musk’s leadership of DOGE has been marked by efforts to reduce federal spending amid concerns about the national debt. These efforts have faced both support and opposition, particularly regarding proposed cuts to programs like SNAP and medicaid.
musk recently voiced concerns about the One Big Beatiful Bill, passed by the House, suggesting it could increase the budget deficit despite some spending cuts. The Congressional Budget Office estimated the bill could increase the deficit by $3.8 trillion over 10 years, drawing criticism from budget hawks.
Trump, while acknowledging some reservations, has largely supported the bill. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., has also endorsed the package, saying it would boost the U.S. economy.
“The @DOGE mission will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government.”
In response to concerns about DOGE’s recommendations, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller indicated that spending cuts would require congressional action through a rescissions package or appropriations bill. The White House has confirmed it will request Congress to cut $9.4 billion in spending, incorporating some of DOGE’s proposals.
What’s next
The White House is expected to formally submit its rescissions package to Congress, initiating a debate over proposed government spending reductions and their potential impact on various federal programs.