They have hyper inflated most of what they have found or grossly misrepresented the context of the expenditure. Trump keeps saying hundreds of billions of dollars found but by DOGEs own numbers it’s 55 billion and if that were scrutinized probably far less ! Felonious lyin Don at it again 🙄
I thought Making America Great Again talked of a time when we looked down on corruption, greed, and helping those in need. A time when we stood tall with our allies. Are greatness was always not being a transactional, America First country. #TrumpIsARussianAsset
The dogeconomy will impact, on the dollarconomy, more unemployed less tax, more unemployed more social security, less pickers more food waste in the fields, more tax breaks for the wealthy less circulating in the economy, as there is less professional circulating in the economy.
People who give themselves a raise, are not going to think they should reduce staff. I think 18 people is too much for 1 person. Get by with 5.
Do what I say, not what I should do for me.
cutting what helps the middle class and poor to enrich the wealthy off the backs of working people by raiding the programs we pay into our whole working lives. the gop will be fine because their pay and Healthcare is safe. The gop doesn't care what happens to we the people.
If they are going to axe government workers, I can think of two hundred "do nothing congressman" who should be at the top of their list. They can't govern, they can't legislate, they don't do oversight on anything but laptops & Benghazi. Stop paying them and their staffs.
You're focusing on the wrong thing. We should be worried about his consolidation of power. The cuts while dangerous are bad, pale in comparison to his unconstitutional power grab.
You know what,? the way things are going, maybe he’ll eliminate congress. He’s not “using” them anyway. This presidency thus far has been executive order one after another to accomplish his deranged objectives. What does a dictator need with Congress?
Adam, please re-think this. Congressional staff salaries are still barely competitive and if you gut them again, congressional capacity to push back against growing authoritarianism will be further weakened - especially on the minority side.
They're all just counting on having new positions in the new Regime. That fucking felon is fully intent on creating so much civic unrest that it permits him to declare martial law to secure his dictatorship.
Most of what's happened over the last 4 years none of us could believe. Hard to believe that only 77 million of us figured it out. In every great endeavor there will be missteps. Most of my life I have been waiting for change because what's been happening the last 40 years hasn't worked.
Think the Germans said that in 1933.
There is a thing called change management.
Analysis followed by adequate project management.
Just breaking things is not sensible change.
99% of #Musk & #Trump is performative nonsense.
Ruining usefull employees is not rational.
Fascism starts by controlling the media. It started when Obama got in office and got worse with Biden to the point that ever Liberal media outlet along with every Dem actually used the same word with a new narrative each week! 77 Mil. of us saw it. Others are still drinking the Kool-Aid!
Watching Musk's Fagin Gang steal from the poor and give to the rich without understanding of government has been traumatic. No one is coming to save us.
While you’re at it, ask them about their morals and patriotism. Oh! And if you’re being snarky, ask them about their Christian beliefs, like do unto others and the like. 👍
Why aren't they looking into wasteful expenditure by the White House?? Millions spent on trump's frivolous "outings". Why can't his partner musk subsidize/sponsor these?
Biden spent a full 3rd of his presidency on vacation. Actually 39% according to the NY times. How much do you think that shit cost us. People in Glass houses.... Just saying!!!!
Our Presidential evil ass bastard at work! Hah! Our country going straight to hell n he started it! Hiding at Ma lar go playing golf with his oligarchy buddies wasting our money on bullshit!
well i hope these republicans and the us supreme court wake up soon. trump proclaimed yesterday he is the only law that matters. no supreme court will be needed or congress anymore. how can these people not see whats really in front of them atm ?
Vote all these bastards out as soon as we can!!! We need ones voted in that will stand against Trump!!!
They are giving up Ukraine now, not all, but Rubio, the little man only for his position!!! WHAT IS WRONG WITH HIM AND THE REST OF THE REPUGLICANS!!! WE DON'T WANT TO BE TAKEN OVER BY PUTIN!!!!👹🤬
For the last 4 years Liberal media and the cabal running our Gov. have been coming after us head long and ripping our country apart. Pulling our history off the streets, renaming buildings because the could. Not doing America's work! Doing their best to tear us apart. 77 mil. said enough
Both the Republicans and Democrats won't speak up because they are afraid they won't be reelected. How about you just do the right thing and fight for the American people. Who knows there might not be future elections at the rate Musk/Trump are decimating the goverment.
Republicans would have to be pretty fucking stupid to think they are going to get re-elected after sitting on their asses and letting their own constituents suffer under Trump’s policies!! They are fucked either way so they might as well be a “hero” to the country and save us!!
I said the same thing the other day. They may as well do the right thing and some of them know what the right thing is. I keep hoping everyday. Trump saying Ukraine started the war did upset a few of them. Fingers crossed.
Arrest #trElump
#prosecute
#Impeach
“Just Say No” to #Nazis #gop
TO The tЯ☭mpublican Traitors supporting Traitor tЯ☭mp & P☭tin! Remove THEM ALL!
America is essential
#DefeatRussia
#DemocracyMatters
#SupportUkraine
@adamkinzinger.bsky.social
@electiontruth.bsky.social?
#VerifyTheVote!! StarLink
NOT POS PUTIN - OR THE OTHER POS TRUMP .. ARE WORKING FOR THEIR "CITIZENS" ........ the only leader doing what he was elected to do is ZELENSKY !!!! HOLD YOUR GROUND ZELENSKY - trust no one ...... !!!!
#DOGE is not a “fake” agency?! it is an #Unconstitutional and legislative entity with no constitutional authority whatsoever! So it’s Toadies are guilty of #ImpersonatingAFertileEmployee #UnauthorizedAccessToAFederalBuilding #UnauthorizedAccessToClassifiedMaterials #DataTheft and other felonies!
Lol spellcheck strikes again! Plus, I’m blind, so I rely on dictation rather heavily! And I’m surprised it spelled dictation properly without a “K”?! lol 🙀😹🤟🤘🏻🖖🏼 of course I meant federal not fertile!
"Here's the short version: DOGE is not an ad-hoc department that’s gone rogue, but a carefully-crafted weapon of mass destruction perfectly designed to thwart all attempts to regulate or even monitor its operations."
The Gov has run with no over-sight most for my life. I'm almost 60 and have been lamenting for the last 30 over how stupid the people are that are running our country. Any business that was losing Trillions of $$$ a year would have already quit and fired everyone. Show me the receipts!
Almost 60 too, and agree that budget deficits for last 25 years (Clinton ran a surplus) have been awful. Would love a law that required a federal balanced budget.
And another law for term limits for House (12 years/6 terms), Senate (12 years/2 terms), and SCJs (18 years).
they should give up their salary, and all the benefits that they get when they leave office. Why do they get such cushy benefits, and the rest of us can just suck it. Why don’t they leave my example? Never mind I know the answer.
& travel cuts. I've personally worked retreats for members while a USCP officer. 1 of them soon after 9/11 to the Greenbrier. Had to cost an absolute fortune for a "work weekend" during our first "threat level orange." Remember those days? We had so many officers & equip't there, it was ridiculous!
I’m doing this solo.
Then what do you suggest? Give Up? Hell No! My ancestors fought King George for this country-I ain’t letting a South African tech bro destroy it !
I imagine all my private info has been downloaded by DOGE already- instead of my taxes paying for Vought control of independent agencies, I want a beef up of IRS fraud detection employees and the rich 1% taxed at the same rate as the middle class
Some of these posts make me wonder if your account is real. I like Adam, and Liz too. But I'm getting a vibe this acct. May be fake. I don't know why, maybe because the fake accounts on Metas platforms make me skeptical. It's a side of you I haven't seen before.
Their intestines were connected to their testicles, and Trump has them in a paper sack. The Republicans lack the strength to tear open the paper sack. Their spines handed over to RFK to be transformed into worms.
The entire Administration violated Title 18 Part 1 Chapter 115 Section 2384 Seditious Conspiracy and by acting on that plan they committed Treason. I break it down below.
Other than people in our cities the rest of will be just fine. I can shoot what meat I need and grow what I need for winter. My neighbors have cows that I can help tend in trade. Put to the task we'll be fine. According to Dem's Europeans will all be Russian. Sounds like a they problem?
Unfortunately it appears that both Republicans and Democrats in congress are treating the Trump/Musk DOGE rapid fire assault on Democracy as just another in a long line of mass shootings. Lot’s of thoughts and prayers for the victims but no action.
When are they going to cut secret service protection, use of a presidential plane, and salary for prez and cronies? They are rich, pay their own and take care of cutting on their own account as well ❤️🩹
Congress has failed in two basic responsibilities, passing a budget and protecting the constitution. They shouldn't receive any salary, expenses, pension, or health care. The reason is due to failure to perform their duties under the constitution.
If it was really about spending, this would all look different. It wouldn’t be blanket layoffs, it would be analysis of pointless roles and bigger than necessary budgets. This is to exert power and create chaos.
Why are we paying congressman’s salaries if they can’t do their jobs? Why not have Elon run in every senate race in the midterm. Why should I vote for my senator if they’re just going to do whatever Trump or Elon wants. Seems to be the most efficient solution to me. Suspend congress!
@adamkinzinger.bsky.social There's something much more nefarious going on. Both Grok and Chat GPT confirm that Elon wants to replace ousted government employees with AI. We are approaching skynet dystopia at light speed. Why is no one concerned about the man behind the curtain?
Center Left/Right citizens, independents who may or may not have voted for a republican representative in Congress or the Senate, need to be pushing them, not just dem reps, their push back is there, yes it needs continued support but go for a relentless push (Rs) They need the push back
More importantly, where are the Rs who for decades yelled about the rule of law and fidelity to the Constitution? Where is the Federalist Society? Was it all just BS? The Heritage Foundation is leading the attack on the Constitution. What a bunch of hypocrites.
I think our democracy is done. He’s consolidating power and I’m not seeing a peep from our elected officials. Even the universities are allowing him to con them.
I'm hoping the cabal that was running our Country is done! The Dem party Drank all the Kool-Aid and started to believe it was "Their Country" and they could kill it if they wanted. 77 Million Americans saw the same and decided to stop it. We need to get back to being Americans! Not Individuals!
DOGE needs to take a look at Congress
$4.7 billion was budgeted for Congressional staffing and related expenses for 2024
-In 2024, the federal civil workforce was about 2.4 million
-The 2024 Office of Personnel Management (OPM) budget: $4.6 billion https://www.congress.gov/118/crpt/srpt60/CRPT-118srpt60.pdf
Yeah if R’s won’t vote for us to have affordable healthcare or health insurance then I see no need in wasting our hard earned taxpayer money on quality health insurance for them. They should live their truth.
We need to Keep democracy alive! Defeat the authoritarian threat. Individuals and groups can and do make a difference. We Matter, make noise as often as possible. Grassroots Organic movement to save our democracy has begun. We will not consent. Democrats are For the People. Votes Matter💙
I call my congressman and two senators everyday. I've gotten in touch with a staffer one time. All other times, I've had to leave a voicemail but the voice mailbox has been full. I'll keep trying everyday but I have to admit that it feels futile. All three of my reps are Republicans.
Yes. One of the local offices is the only place that I actually got to speak with someone. There are numerous local offices, and I've called them all and they've gotten the same result with each.
I actually don’t think speaking to staff at local rethug offices means a damn thing. They are paid to shield the rethug from reality. Filling their VM is often the best you can do. Mine NEVER shows up in NJ except to fundraise, then no one knows he’s coming so he’s not harassed. He sneaks in and out
What so horribly sad is that I'm afraid to send an email. I'm literally afraid that somehow I'll end up on some kind of fascist bad list. But maybe I need to rethink that instead of being so fearful.
I opened up a proton email account which totally removes me from the Google gmail sphere. But I've been on speed dial and speed email with them for years now, so that horse is out of the barn. Look into Proton the basic plan is free and easy and it's my backup.
All these scientists, experts in their field being fired are perfect targets for adversaries like China. They will gobble them up in a heartbeat knowing that these expers know the inner workings of the US government. We are absolutely screwed for a generation abd beyond unless this is stopped soon.
Yes! How much did their little jaunt to Doral for a retreat cost the taxpayer, while lining Trump's pocket? Could they have not held this event in the Capitol?
Elon Musk’s shadow government is running unchecked, and the White House just gave him a free pass. Meanwhile, the people who should be stopping him are pretending it’s not happening. This article I wrote lays out how we fight back before it’s too late
Here again seems like a waste of energy trying shame the unshameable . You might want to focus on the fact that real elections going forward won’t exist.
A BILLIONAIRE FOREIGNER FROM SOUTH AFRICA ELON MUSK IS SHREDDING OUR CONSTITUTION EVERY DAY and destroying our democracy! The Republicans who did not stand up to Trump from the beginning are mostly to blame!
It’s really sad and scary to watch this tragedy in America unfold.
Why Adam, how ever would the current terrorist members of congress go to Mar A Lago and still get their work done. They have to have their staff do their jobs while they play.
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https://open.substack.com/pub/thomascastelnau/p/meet-trump-and-musk-the-new-worth?r=2buh8p&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
Do you get it?
Names of those employed by DOGE.
Do what I say, not what I should do for me.
This is a "COUP"!
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#Felon47 must be removed.
Seriously, you are undermining your credibility by pushing this idea.
You can't make it up.
#DOGE is pathetic.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/usda-bird-flu-doge-fired-mistake-b2700739.html
There is a thing called change management.
Analysis followed by adequate project management.
Just breaking things is not sensible change.
99% of #Musk & #Trump is performative nonsense.
Ruining usefull employees is not rational.
NOTHING applies to Republicans; they TELL YOU what to do!
Remember us? The people who actually PAY taxes and don't get huge tax breaks because we're fucking rich.
Is this not enough proof he is the Manchurian President?
They must go down !!!
They are giving up Ukraine now, not all, but Rubio, the little man only for his position!!! WHAT IS WRONG WITH HIM AND THE REST OF THE REPUGLICANS!!! WE DON'T WANT TO BE TAKEN OVER BY PUTIN!!!!👹🤬
Albeit, not seeing much resistance from Dems either. It's always just a handful of Dems you hear from.
Bernie is one of the few who knows how to deliver a message
Sanders Has a Message for Working-Class Trump Supporters: 'They're Going After You'
"Focus not on what Trump says, but on what he does," said the senator from Vermont.
#prosecute
#Impeach
“Just Say No” to #Nazis #gop
TO The tЯ☭mpublican Traitors supporting Traitor tЯ☭mp & P☭tin! Remove THEM ALL!
America is essential
#DefeatRussia
#DemocracyMatters
#SupportUkraine
@adamkinzinger.bsky.social
@electiontruth.bsky.social?
#VerifyTheVote!! StarLink
Ukraine gave up nukes at US and NATO INSISTENCE .
Trump knows nothing except what he has to do to be accepted as the next world's strongman.
It was pretty funny, though. 😉
https://chng.it/9xjBqFpJ52
Hey Republicans where are your GUTS?
https://www.bannedinyourstate.com/p/what-the-hell-is-going-on-part-1-177
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And another law for term limits for House (12 years/6 terms), Senate (12 years/2 terms), and SCJs (18 years).
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7x6twUmTnbA
However, the one that will have consequential results is people massively in the streets protesting.
At that point, we will see if the Felon will go out peacefully or otherwise.
It’s unlikely this madness can end w/out people in the streets.
Save Democracy. 💙
Then what do you suggest? Give Up? Hell No! My ancestors fought King George for this country-I ain’t letting a South African tech bro destroy it !
President Musk Cuts Jobs At the World Trade Center Health Program.
These cuts are going to impact member care directly for 9/11 first responders.
For some, these delays are going to be life or death.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/02/18/trump-musk-doge-911-responders-terrorist-attacks/79095473007/
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Make your voice heard.
https://5calls.org/
Kamala is President!!!
https://bsky.app/profile/scooptown.bsky.social/post/3lik2gdmwnc2q
DONT BUY ANYTHING FROM USA!
Our 1st amendment rights & the declaration of independence gives us the right to demand this government be removed!
This one is destructive & is not working for we the people. We demand this government be replaced! Take to the streets.
https://bsky.app/profile/johnhatchard.bsky.social/post/3likb4bz7vs2g
Traction will come!
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It is not like House Republicans are fulfilling any useful role having abdicated their Article I powers to Elon Musk.
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$4.7 billion was budgeted for Congressional staffing and related expenses for 2024
-In 2024, the federal civil workforce was about 2.4 million
-The 2024 Office of Personnel Management (OPM) budget: $4.6 billion
https://www.congress.gov/118/crpt/srpt60/CRPT-118srpt60.pdf
Mostly😏
Make your voice heard.
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https://jasonegenberg.substack.com/p/the-white-houses-latest-statement
You chose a fake alternate reality with a reality show actor. I remember how you voted and the dumb GOP talking points you regurgitated
Isolated in a fake world, you’ll have to come back to reality if you want to speak. Enjoy the eggs.
Sincerely,
People with human decency left
The perpetrator is a South African.
It’s really sad and scary to watch this tragedy in America unfold.