WASHINGTON (Reuters) – In a groundbreaking move, Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced her new role as the chair of a U.S. House of Representatives subcommittee focused on government efficiency. Greene will collaborate closely with high-profile figures Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, and Vivek Ramaswamy, a former Republican presidential candidate and biotech entrepreneur. This effort is part of an initiative spearheaded by President-elect Donald Trump to streamline the federal government.
The government efficiency panel is a bold response to Trump’s call for significant reforms aimed at reducing the size of the federal workforce and cutting down on regulatory red tape. Musk and Ramaswamy, both celebrated for their entrepreneurial success and outspoken political views, have been tasked with leading a panel of external advisers to recommend transformative changes in the way the U.S. government operates.
To facilitate this initiative, House Oversight Committee chair James Comer has established a dedicated subcommittee, led by Greene, to collaborate with Musk and Ramaswamy. Greene shared her excitement about this new venture on social media, writing, “I’m thrilled to announce I’ll be chairing a brand new subcommittee to work hand-in-hand with @ElonMusk and @VivekGRamaswamy.”
Ambitious Goals with Limited Details
The newly formed panel has been touted by Trump, Musk, and Ramaswamy as a vehicle for transformative change in the federal government. However, specific plans and operational details remain limited at this stage. The panel has garnered significant media attention and public interest due to the high-profile nature of its members and the ambitious nature of its objectives.
On Wednesday, Musk and Ramaswamy co-authored an opinion piece emphasizing their intent to leverage recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings to challenge federal agencies’ powers and significantly reduce regulations. This approach is expected to align with the broader Republican agenda of limiting federal overreach and promoting efficiency.
Trump has expressed confidence in the panel’s ability to deliver results, promising regular updates in the form of reports. The panel has also announced plans to recruit top-tier talent with “high IQ” to join its ranks. To ensure transparency and public engagement, the team plans to hold weekly livestreams, providing insights into their work and progress.
A New Chapter in U.S. Governance?
This collaboration between Greene, Musk, and Ramaswamy could mark a significant shift in how the federal government operates, potentially influencing policymaking for years to come. The partnership brings together political ambition and entrepreneurial vision, signaling a potentially transformative era in U.S. governance.
While the details of their plan remain under wraps, the initiative has already sparked widespread interest and debate. All eyes will be on this trio as they navigate the complexities of reforming one of the world’s largest bureaucracies.