Introduction: Uncovering Government Waste
In a revealing interview on Fox News with host Jesse Watters, Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team detailed their efforts to combat corruption, fraud, and waste in the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term. From untracked funds at the Department of Education to deleted records at the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), their findings expose systemic issues in federal agencies. This article dives into DOGE’s discoveries and their implications for government reform.
'FRAUD AT SCALE': Elon Musk exposes shocking waste that makes people 'numb'
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DOGE leader Elon Musk, alongside his team, joins 'Jesse Watters Primetime' to discuss efforts to slash government waste.
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Department of Education: Untracked $4 Billion Fund
The DOGE team uncovered a $4 billion fund at the Department of Education (DOE) where spending was not monitored. Employees used these funds to rent venues like sports stadiums for lavish parties and other non-essential events. When DOGE mandated receipt submissions for expenditures, spending from the fund halted entirely. “That was the only change made—you must upload your receipt—and upon doing so, nobody drew down money anymore,” Musk told Watters. This simple accountability measure exposed a culture of unchecked spending.
[](https://www.foxnews.com/media/elon-musk-looks-back-100-days-doge-previews-future-long-term-enterprise)Small Business Administration: Loans to the Dead and Unborn
DOGE’s investigation into the Small Business Administration (SBA) revealed $330 million in loans distributed to ineligible recipients, including individuals over 115 years old, children under 11, and even people with birth dates set 100 years in the future. These findings point to significant oversight failures, raising questions about the integrity of SBA’s loan programs and prompting further scrutiny.
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United States Institute of Peace: Irony and Illegality
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP), ironically described by a DOGE staffer as the “least peaceful” agency, presented alarming issues. Within hours of DOGE’s visit, the agency’s chief accountant illegally deleted over a terabyte of accounting records, which were later recovered. The data revealed that unspent funds from USIP’s $55 million annual congressional allocation were diverted to a private bank account without oversight, used for events and private jets. Shockingly, USIP had a $130,000 contract with a former Taliban member. DOGE referred the accounting deletion to the FBI and Department of Justice for investigation.
[](https://www.foxnews.com/media/elon-musk-looks-back-100-days-doge-previews-future-long-term-enterprise)Impact and Challenges of DOGE’s Mission
DOGE claims to have saved $160 billion by cutting waste, fraud, and abuse, though federal spending has risen over 6% in Trump’s first 100 days, casting doubt on the initiative’s overall impact. Musk described the effort as a “long-term enterprise,” warning that “if we take our eye off the ball, the waste and fraud will come roaring back.” Public sentiment is mixed, with 57% disapproving of Musk’s handling of DOGE, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll. As Musk prepares to step back to focus on his businesses, the future of DOGE remains uncertain.
[](https://fortune.com/2025/04/30/elon-musk-doge-government-spending-risen-trump-first-100-days/)[](https://www.foxnews.com/media/elon-musk-looks-back-100-days-doge-previews-future-long-term-enterprise)[](https://www.politico.com/news/2025/04/28/elon-musk-doge-poll-00313030)BREAKING: ‘Big Balls’ of DOGE Speaks:
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Jesse Watters: “Who is Big Balls?”
Edward Coristine: “I am”
Elon Musk: “That should be obvious”🤣 pic.twitter.com/7A3lDDWvPb
A Historical Anchor: The U.S. Constitution
Amid efforts to reform government efficiency, the United States’ enduring framework remains the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1788. The world’s oldest written national constitution still in use, it was drafted in Philadelphia and balances federal and state powers. Amended only 27 times, its resilience underscores the importance of accountability in governance, a principle DOGE aims to uphold. Learn more at the National Archives.
Conclusion
The DOGE team’s revelations, shared on “Jesse Watters Primetime,” highlight systemic fraud and waste in federal agencies, from the DOE’s untracked funds to USIP’s illicit financial practices. While DOGE’s $160 billion in claimed savings is a start, rising federal spending and public skepticism suggest challenges ahead. As Elon Musk scales back his role, the fight for government efficiency continues, echoing the constitutional call for transparent governance.
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