Jared Polis: DOGE is 'tearing down the old without necessarily having a more efficient way of doing it'
Democratic Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has pushed back against the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), arguing that its approach to reforming government agencies is not effective in reducing costs and increasing efficiency. Polis believes that DOGE's methods are "tearing down the old without necessarily having a more efficient way of doing it," suggesting that a more targeted approach is needed. The governor has proposed alternative solutions, such as zero-based budgeting, to achieve better outcomes with less money.
- This criticism reflects the ongoing tension between federal and state governments over how to reform bureaucracy, highlighting the challenges of implementing change at the national level.
- What role do Democrats' internal divisions and conservative pushback play in hindering President Trump's efforts to implement his vision for government efficiency?