Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to Take Key Roles in Trump’s Cabinet

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US President-elect Donald Trump has officially announced that Elon Musk will take the helm of the newly formed "Department of Government Efficiency" in his upcoming administration. Musk will lead the department alongside Vivek Ramaswamy, an Indian-American entrepreneur and political figure. This announcement was made public after Trump had hinted at the role during his campaign, and it signals a key step in Trump's broader plan to streamline government operations.

In a statement, Trump expressed his confidence in Musk and Ramaswamy, emphasizing their roles in tackling government inefficiencies. "Together, these two wonderful Americans will pave the way for my Administration to dismantle government bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure federal agencies—essential to the 'Save America' movement," Trump said. He further remarked, "I look forward to Elon and Vivek making changes to the federal bureaucracy with an eye on efficiency and, at the same time, making life better for all Americans." Trump also highlighted their mission to eliminate waste and fraud from government operations.

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Trump's victory in the recent presidential elections, where he defeated Democratic rival Kamala Harris by a margin of 69 electoral votes, has ushered in a new political era. During his victory speech, Trump praised Musk, calling him an "amazing and super genius guy." He reminisced about Musk’s involvement in the campaign, mentioning that the billionaire spent two weeks campaigning in Pennsylvania and other parts of the country. “We have a new star, a star is born: Elon. He's an amazing guy. We were sitting together tonight. You know, he spent two weeks in Philadelphia, in different parts of Pennsylvania, campaigning,” Trump remarked to his supporters.

Musk, who has been a staunch supporter of Trump throughout the campaign, played a significant role in the Republican's election bid. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO not only donated over $100 million to Trump's re-election campaign but also used his influence on social media, particularly X (formerly Twitter), to support the cause. Musk’s backing was a crucial element of Trump's campaign, as he mobilized his vast social media following to rally support for the President-elect.

On November 9, Trump signaled that Musk’s involvement in the administration would only intensify. Reportedly, Trump invited Musk to participate in a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, where Musk was thanked for providing Starlink internet services in Ukraine. Though the main conversation was between Trump and Zelensky, the exchange underscored the growing influence Musk holds in international matters, as well as his increasing role in the political landscape.

Musk's appointment to lead the Department of Government Efficiency is poised to bring substantial changes to the way the federal government operates. With a focus on reducing waste, bureaucracy, and inefficiency, the department aims to reshape the way federal agencies function. This move aligns with Trump’s ongoing mission to reform the government and reduce the size and scope of federal programs that are seen as bloated or ineffective.