Elon Musk has voiced significant criticisms of current spending practices, pointing out that DOGE has allegedly identified over $500 billion in fraudulent expenditures related to benefit programs. This revelation comes alongside the proposal to cut 20% of IRS employees to curb inefficiencies and reduce wastage at the federal level.

Musk's comments underscore a push for more efficient government operations and align with broader sentiments regarding fiscal responsibility and fraud prevention.