A deep philosophical rift between the two billionaire leaders of the “Department of Government Efficiency” left Musk to run the group.
Vivek Ramaswamy is no longer part of the government efficiency commission that President Donald Trump selected him to lead alongside billionaire Elon Musk.
Ramaswamy's departure ahead of an expected gubernatorial bid in Ohio makes Elon Musk the sole leader of DOGE.
Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy may be considering stepping down from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency, which is co-led by Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Reports suggest he might be eyeing a Senate seat in Ohio,
Trump's DOGE initiative seeks to streamline federal operations, dismantle bureaucracy and fire nonessential federal employees.
Vivek Ramaswamy has stepped down from the Department of Government Efficiency, leaving Elon Musk to lead the Trump-backed task force alone. Ramaswamy is expected to run for Ohio governor in 2026.
Vivek Ramaswamy exits the Department of Government Efficiency, citing confidence in Elon Musk's leadership. Speculation suggests he's aiming for Ohio's governor race in 2026. His candidacy, if successful,
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Ramaswamy, who sought the Republican nomination for president in 2024, has signaled plans to run for governor of Ohio.
Its already poor odds of success look worse. The US President’s Department of Government Efficiency faces lawsuits and only Elon Musk will run it after Vivek Ramaswamy dropped out.