government reform
Trump Dismisses Newly Released Epstein Photos As House Democrats Reveal Images With Powerful Figures
Dec 13, 2025 08:16 pm CST
House Democrats have released 19 previously unseen photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate showing the sex offender with high-profile figures including Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. Trump dismissed the images as "no big deal," claiming Epstein "has photos with everybody." The release comes ahead of the December 19 deadline for the administration to release complete Epstein files, intensifying the controversy surrounding Epstein's connections to powerful individuals.
Elon Musk Reflects on DOGE Leadership: "Somewhat Successful" But Wouldn't Repeat Experience
Dec 11, 2025 02:42 am CST
Billionaire Elon Musk candidly discusses his brief tenure leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in a recent interview with Katie Miller, describing the experience as only "somewhat successful" and expressing regret over dividing his attention between government service and his businesses. Despite claiming $200 billion in potential annual savings from eliminating "zombie payments," Musk indicated he would have preferred focusing on his companies instead of government reform efforts.
Elon Musk's Missed Opportunity to Transform US Government: Biographer Walter Isaacson's Critical Assessment
Nov 18, 2025 05:11 pm CST
Walter Isaacson, author of Elon Musk's 2023 biography, expresses disappointment over how the tech billionaire approached his role in government. Despite having potential to improve government operations through his efficiency expertise, Musk's tenure at the Department of Government Efficiency featured controversial staff cuts and reorganizations before his departure and subsequent launch of the America Party, representing his complete political transformation from former Democratic supporter to populist political figure.