Vivek Ramaswamy Exits Department of Government Efficiency Amid Potential Gubernatorial Bid

Vivek Ramaswamy, a former presidential candidate, has announced his departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a cost-cutting advisory group he co-led alongside Elon Musk.

Ramaswamy’s exit was made public shortly after President Donald Trump began his second term in office, leaving Musk as the sole leader of DOGE. In a statement, Ramaswamy expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to support DOGE’s creation and confidence in Musk’s ability to “succeed in streamlining government.”

Future Plans and Potential Candidacy

Although Ramaswamy did not elaborate on his future plans, he hinted that he would have “more to say very soon” about his next steps, particularly in Ohio. Sources close to the matter suggest that Ramaswamy is preparing to announce his candidacy for Ohio governor, a position that would become available in 2027 due to term limits.

Anna Kelly, a DOGE official, confirmed Ramaswamy’s plans to “run for elected office,” stating that this required him to step away from the organization due to its structure, which prohibits active members from pursuing political campaigns.

DOGE Under Fire and Growing Tensions

The development follows reports of growing tensions between Ramaswamy and Musk, with sources citing a criticism of American culture by Ramaswamy as a tipping point for the Tesla CEO. Musk reportedly viewed Ramaswamy’s dual focus on DOGE and his political ambitions as untenable, leading to his departure from the advisory group.

DOGE has also faced criticism for revising its ambitious budget-cutting goals, initially set at $2 trillion. Musk has suggested a more modest $1 trillion target as a realistic outcome, sparking skepticism among critics who question the organization’s ability to achieve meaningful results.

“The lack of real authority to enforce budget cuts is a key limitation,” said tech journalist Kara Swisher, highlighting one of the major concerns surrounding DOGE’s effectiveness.

What’s Next for DOGE and Ramaswamy?

As Ramaswamy prepares for his potential gubernatorial bid, DOGE will continue under Musk’s leadership. The organization’s revised goals and ability to achieve meaningful results remain to be seen.

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