Vivek Slashes 1,500-Page Budget Bill to Just 75 Words
Vivek Slashes 1,500-Page Budget Bill to Just 75 Words: – On Wednesday, a monumental event unfolded on X (formerly Twitter), where ordinary citizens, inspired by Elon Musk and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, banded together to challenge Washington’s status quo. Ramaswamy, newly appointed to co-lead the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) by President-elect Donald Trump, led a charge to dismantle a bloated 1,500-page federal spending bill. Their collective efforts halted the bill, putting a stop to wasteful spending supported by Democrats and some Republicans.
During this campaign, Ramaswamy shared a streamlined, 75-word example of a continuing resolution. “Yes, it is possible to create a one-page CR instead of a massive omnibus bill stuffed with pork,” he wrote on X. His version simply amended the end date of a previous appropriations bill to “March 14, 2025,” offering a clean alternative to congressional excess.
“This is what a clean CR looks like,” he explained, while admitting it wasn’t perfect, as it still upheld prior spending excesses. His statement emphasized the need to avoid adding further waste.
Ramaswamy’s approach wasn’t just about criticizing the bill—it was about demanding accountability. On Tuesday, he openly challenged Congress to match his dedication, tweeting: “Currently reading the 1,547-page bill to fund the government through mid-March. Expecting every U.S. Congressman & Senator to do the same.”
By Wednesday, after completing his review, Ramaswamy described the bill as riddled with unnecessary spending and backroom deals. He urged Congress to vote against it, sparking a wave of public support. Elon Musk quickly joined the effort, amplifying the message with his own critique.
“The more I learn, the more obvious it becomes that this spending bill is a crime,” Musk wrote, retweeting Ramaswamy’s analysis.
The public outcry snowballed into a movement, pressuring Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson and other lawmakers. Reports then surfaced that Trump opposed the bill as well, with Fox News highlighting his stance. A statement from Vice President-elect JD Vance and Trump denounced the bill entirely, further solidifying opposition.
These efforts culminated in a decisive victory, halting the bill’s progress. Beyond this accomplishment, Ramaswamy’s 75-word model set a powerful precedent for government efficiency. His approach offered hope for meaningful reforms, showcasing the potential for DOGE to transform federal operations.
If one leader can distill a 1,500-page bill into 75 words, imagine what an entire department dedicated to efficiency could achieve.
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