Why Vivek Ramaswamy May Quit DOGE

Vivek Ramaswamy, one of the leaders of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is considering stepping down from his role. This decision is believed to be linked to his upcoming campaign for Ohio governor. Ramaswamy, who previously ran against Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential elections, is expected to announce his gubernatorial campaign soon. Elon Musk, his co-leader at DOGE, will likely step in to lead the Trump-backed bureaucracy streamlining project.

There have been reports of growing tensions between Ramaswamy and the DOGE staff. A source close to Trump mentioned that Ramaswamy's presence has become unwelcome. Despite this, neither Ramaswamy nor his team has commented on the matter. Recently, Vice President-elect JD Vance left his Senate seat in Ohio, creating an opportunity for the lieutenant governor's position to open up. Last Saturday, Ramaswamy attended a DOGE meeting at SpaceX headquarters without Musk. The team is divided, with Musk focusing on the overall vision and Ramaswamy handling deregulation. Some in Trump's circle see Ramaswamy's governor campaign as a way to solidify Musk's leadership within DOGE. DOGE is an advisory body, not a formal federal agency. It works with the White House and the Office of Management and Budget to suggest ways to reduce bureaucracy.

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