Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to earn $0 for leading DOGE in Trump 2.0—Musk confirms: 'Neither of us are being paid'

There's been a lot of buzz around Elon Musk possibly heading up a new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President Trump. Now, with Trump back in office, it's not just Musk but also Indian-American billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy who's been named to tackle government efficiency. This sparked questions: Why appoint two leaders for one role? Musk was quick to addressed the curiosity, revealing that neither he nor Ramaswamy would be receiving any compensation for their efforts.

Will Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy not get paid to lead DOGE?

Senator Elizabeth Warren took to X to react to the announcement of the new Department of Government Efficiency, poking fun at the decision to appoint two leaders.?

With a touch of sarcasm, she questioned if the arrangement was truly "efficient," saying, "The Office of Government Efficiency is off to a great start with two people for one role. Sounds REALLY efficient."

In response, Elon Musk fired back, "Unlike you, neither of us are being paid, so it is very efficient indeed."

He went on to add, "@DOGE will do great things for the American people. Let history be the judge."

What is the DOGE department?

The specific workings of the newly established Department of Government Efficiency, nicknamed "DOGE" after the popular meme coin, remain somewhat unclear.?

It’s also uncertain whether Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will formally join the administration or serve under the Federal Advisory Committee Act.

Trump previously hinted that although Musk would be a key advisor, he wouldn't take on a full-time government role due to his other ventures.?

Instead, Musk and Ramaswamy are set to act as external advisors, offering insights to the White House. According to Trump, they will collaborate with the Office of Management and Budget to push for significant government reforms and bring a fresh, entrepreneurial approach to the federal landscape.

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