American presidential candidate and businessman (born 1985)
Getting out of DOGE? Government efficiency agency sees another top leader bolt as lawyer follows Ramaswamy’s exit
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/doge-bill-mcginley-vivek-ramaswamy-b2685459.html
Billionaire Elon Musk gave what appeared to be a fascist salute Monday while making a speech at the post-inauguration celebration for President Donald Trump at ... Show more
Former Vice President Kamala Harris departed the Capitol with second gentleman Doug Emhoff after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United ... Show more
2nd federal lawsuit challenges birthright citizenship executive order
2nd federal lawsuit challenges birthright citizenship executive order
Vivek Ramaswamy will announce run for Ohio governor 'shortly': Ohio entrepreneur and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy will announce a bid for Ohio ...
cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/17/vivek-ramaswamy-will-announce-run-for-ohio-governor-shortly/77772304007/
Quick Glance: Ramaswamy Plans Ohio Governor Campaign
- Vivek Ramaswamy, a billionaire entrepreneur, is reportedly planning to run for governor of Ohio.
- He was passed over for the vacant Senate seat previously held by J.D. Vance, which will be filled by Jon Husted.
- Ramaswamy, who previously ran unsuccessfully for the Republican presidential nomination, is expected to compete against Attorney General Dave Yost for the GOP nomination.
- His comments on immigration visas have sparked internal controversy within the Republican Party.
Elon Musk's starring role in Donald Trump's government confirmed by inauguration proceedings - and pledge to go to Mars
news.sky.com/story/elon-musks-starring-role-in-donald-trumps-government-confirmed-by-inauguration-proceedings-and-pledge-to-go-to-mars-13293344
Trump creates DOGE with an executive order. It says the unit's purpose is upgrading IT.
cbsnews.com/news/trump-doge-executive-order-elon-musk-us-digital-service-it/
Elon Musk’s DOGE sued minutes after Trump inauguration
washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/20/doge-trump-musk-ramaswamy/
"I have a very tall son named Barron. Has anyone ever heard of him?"
President Donald Trump introduced his son, Barron Trump ... Show more
2nd federal lawsuit challenges birthright citizenship executive order
2nd federal lawsuit challenges birthright citizenship executive order
The White House confirmed to @ABC News on Monday that Vivek Ramaswamy, who Trump had picked to help lead his Department of Government Efficiency alongside Elon ... Show more
2nd federal lawsuit challenges birthright citizenship executive order
2nd federal lawsuit challenges birthright citizenship executive order
'I want more babies' in the US, Vance says in his first speech as vice president: “So let me say very simply, I want more babies in the United States of America ...
cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/24/i-want-more-babies-in-the-us-vance-says-in-his-first-speech-as-vice-president-at-the-march-for-life/77935277007/
Elon Musk’s DOGE sued minutes after Trump inauguration: A lawsuit was filed against Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s new nongovernmental entity as soon as Donald ...
wapo.st/4g5f6OI
Infamously Short-Lived Trump Adviser Mocks Vivek Exit: ‘Minus’ Scaramuccis: Anthony Scaramucci thinks MAGA 2.0 will get messy quick, with Elon Musk and Marco ...
thedailybeast.com/infamously-short-lived-trump-adviser-mocks-vivek-ramaswamys-exit-minus-scaramuccis/
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Vote: Should DeWine follow Trump's instructions and appoint Vivek Ramaswamy senator?
dispatch.com/story/opinion/2025/01/16/vivek-ramaswamy-jon-husted-replace-jd-vance-ohioo-sentor/77746690007/
‘Outspoken’ Vivek May Have Caused DOGE Divorce by Annoying Trump’s Favorite: Musk
thedailybeast.com/outspoken-vivek-may-have-caused-doge-divorce-by-annoying-musk/
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Investment firm CEO offers to take Vivek Ramaswamy's spot at DOGE: James Fishback, CEO of investment firm Azoria, is tossing his hat in the ring to fill Vivek ...
nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/investment-firm-ceo-vivek-ramaswamys-spot-doge-rcna188575
Vivek Ramaswamy Departs DOGE to Launch Campaign for Ohio Governor : Former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said Monday he will leave his ...
democracynow.org/2025/1/21/headlines/vivek_ramaswamy_departs_doge_to_launch_campaign_for_ohio_governor
Musk Plan for Retooling Government Takes Shape, but Big Questions Loom: The rebranding of a former White House digital office into the new Department of ...
nytimes.com/2025/01/24/us/politics/musk-doge-government-overhaul.html
DOGE's road to saving $2 trillion starts with an unexpected order: Once envisioned as an out-of-government vehicle to cut the budget, slash federal jobs ...
axios.com/2025/01/24/doges-road-to-saving-2-trillion-starts-with-an-unexpected-order
Quick Glance: DOGE: A New Government Surveillance Tool
- The transformation of the US Digital Services into DOGE allows Elon Musk and associates access to unclassified data across government agencies.
- DOGE aims to enhance government efficiency, but raises concerns about privacy and potential surveillance of opponents.
- The temporary structure of DOGE can recruit employees from other government sectors and is subject to fewer transparency requirements.
- There is a risk that DOGE could be used for regulatory capture, while challenges in data sharing among agencies persist.
The New Republic Jan 20
Trump Uses His Real Inauguration Speech to Swear Revenge on Enemies: Donald Trump gave a dark, rambling speech after his official (and very dark) inaugural ...
newrepublic.com/post/190454/donald-trump-real-inauguration-speech-revenge
Quick Glance: Oligarchs Reveal Their True Colors Under Trump
- The world's wealthiest individuals have abandoned their pretense of caring about democracy and openly support Trump.
- Trump's second inauguration led to controversial executive orders that undermine the rights of vulnerable groups.
- Support from corporations like Meta, Amazon, and Tesla for Trump indicates that financial interests outweigh social responsibility.
- Oligarchs are willing to profit at the expense of the poor and minority rights, viewing Trump's policies as an opportunity for wealth accumulation.
Trump Plans to Sign ‘Close to 100’ Executive Orders: Follow Live: He has promised to take action on immigration, environmental policy and pardoning people ...
nytimes.com/live/2025/01/20/us/trump-executive-orders
Vivek Ramaswamy emerges as a surprise prospect for Vance's old Senate seat: Vivek Ramaswamy is in discussions about filling Vice President-elect JD Vance’s ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/vivek-ramaswamy-emerges-surprise-prospect-vances-old-senate-seat-rcna187883
Trump announces the dismissal of over 1000 US government employees: The new US President has decided on numerous measures in his first hours in office ...
kleinezeitung.at/politik/aussenpolitik/19276281/trump-kuendigt-entlassung-von-ueber-1000-us-regierungsmitarbeitern-an
Trump fires more than 1,000 government employees - including ex-Chief of Staff and celebrity chef
diepresse.com/19277241/trump-entlaesst-mehr-als-1000-regierungsmitarbeiter-darunter-ex-generalstabschef-und-starkoch
Vivek Ramaswamy Breaks Social Media Silence After H-1B Visa Fallout: Vivek Ramaswamy has said that Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday will bring the "dawn of ...
newsweek.com/vivek-ramaswamy-h1b-visa-fallout-breaks-social-media-silence-2016523
The New Republic Jan 20
Trump Forced Vivek Ramaswamy Out of DOGE for Being Too Irritating: Turns out, Vivek Ramaswamy is too annoying even for Donald Trump.
newrepublic.com/post/190427/donald-trump-vivek-ramaswamy-doge-governor
Elon Musk's DOGE faces lawsuits as Donald Trump takes office: Advocacy groups have targeted Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency in lawsuits for ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2025/01/20/elon-musk-doge-donald-trump-lawsuit/77835292007/
Musk, Ramaswamy ready to go to war with seniors. Trump won't save Social Security. | Letters
dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2025/01/18/trumps-billionaire-buddies-ready-to-steal-social-security-letters/77102033007/
Vivek Ramaswamy May Bail on MAGA Pal Musk at DOGE: The Cincinnati native was encouraged to consider accepting an appointment to fill Vice President-elect JD ...
thedailybeast.com/vivek-ramaswamy-may-bail-on-maga-pal-musk-at-doge/
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Entrepreneur gets out: Musk committee starts with first resignation - union sues: Tech billionaire Musk claims to be able to drastically cut government spending ...
n-tv.de/politik/Musk-Gremium-startet-mit-erstem-Abgang-Gewerkschaft-klagt-article25503172.html
Elon Musk’s new government department in turmoil as partner Vivek Ramaswamy mulls quitting
telegraph.co.uk/us/politics/2025/01/19/musks-government-department-vivek-ramaswamy-quitting/
Vivek Ramaswamy's interest in running for Ohio governor isn't scaring away other Republicans
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/vivek-ramaswamys-interest-running-ohio-governor-isnt-scaring-away-repu-rcna188260
Trump just rebranded the U.S. Digital Service as ‘DOGE’: The U.S. Digital Service gets a new name. Will it get a new mission, too?
fastcompany.com/91264603/trump-just-rebranded-the-u-s-digital-service-as-doge
Hey Elon and Vivek! Here's What a Real 'Department of Government Efficiency' Would Do
commondreams.org/news/doge
Trump Prods Vivek Ramaswamy to Go for JD Vance’s Former Job in Senate: The billionaire from Cincinnati previously withdrew himself from consideration to replace ...
thedailybeast.com/trump-prods-vivek-ramaswamy-to-go-for-jd-vances-former-job-in-senate/
Paid articlePaywall Two Watchdogs Were Rebuffed From Joining Trump’s Cost-Cutting Effort: “We have no room in our administration for Democrats,” a transition spokeswoman replied ...
nytimes.com/2025/01/16/us/doge-trump-watchdogs.html
Will Musk-Dominated DOGE Go Big or Small?: With Ramaswamy gone, DOGE will be inside the White House, which is where Elon Musk wanted it ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/will-musk-dominated-doge-go-big-or-small.html
DOGE already cracking at the seams? Vivek Ramaswamy reportedly plans to step aside after ‘friction’ with staff
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/vivek-ramaswamy-doge-department-government-efficiency-b2682558.html
Opinion | Masculinity, Podcasts and Trump: 12 Men Discuss: The group discusses the news and podcasts that shape their opinions about America and the world ...
nytimes.com/interactive/2025/01/16/opinion/men-trump-voters-focus-group.html
For Curtis Sparrer, a work-from-home evangelist, an office is nothing less than a "corporate jail."
Five years after the Covid-19 pandemic sent ... Show more
In US, teleworkers don't want to turn back
In US, teleworkers don't want to turn back
DOGE is dispatching agents across U.S. government: Federal officials are already dealing with surrogates from Elon Musk’s and Vivek Ramaswamy’s nongovernmental ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/10/musk-ramaswamy-doge-federal-agencies/
Khaleej Times Jan 21
'DOGE' co-chair Vivek Ramaswami quits; several lawsuits filed minutes after Trump announcement - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/americas/doge-co-chair-vivek-ramaswami-quits-trump-announces-advisory-group
Elon Musk Is Expected to Use Office Space in the White House Complex: The location suggests that Mr. Musk, who owns companies with billions of dollars in ...
nytimes.com/2025/01/13/us/politics/elon-musk-white-house-trump.html
Jon Husted sworn in as U.S. senator for Ohio, replacing Vice President JD Vance: Jon Husted joins Sen. Bernie Moreno, leaving Ohio with two Republican senators ...
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/21/jon-husted-sworn-in-as-ohio-senator-replaces-jd-vance/77852840007/
Argentina's Milei, an inspiration for DOGE, gets hero's welcome in DC: Argentina's Javier Milei was the toast of Trumpworld in the days leading up to Donald ...
businessinsider.com/argentina-milei-firebrand-president-toast-trumpworld-trump-inauguration-musk-doge-2025-1
Trump 0-for-2 in Senate Appointments Since Election Day: Neither Lara Trump nor Vivek Ramaswamy will join the Senate as Donald Trump had suggested ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-senate-appointments-lara-vivek-ramaswamy.html
How India’s Assembly Line Education System Shapes the Perfect H1B Candidate: The Wire: The Wire News India, Latest News,News from India, Politics ...
thewire.in/education/h1b-india-education-musk-vivek-ramaswamy
Musk Admission Exposes 'DOGE's Deeply Unpopular and Unrealistic Agenda': "Americans see right through Musk's scheme to pay for his own tax breaks by ...
commondreams.org/news/elon-musk-2-trillion
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CBS News Jan 08
Elon Musk's DOGE says it is hiring. Here are the jobs it's looking to fill.: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's Department of Government Efficiency says it's now ...
cbsnews.com/news/musk-department-of-government-efficiency-doge-jobs-applicants-hiring-x/
Billionaire Ramaswamy Plans Ohio Governor Run—But Won’t Immediately Quit DOGE: Ramaswamy, a billionaire who ran against Donald Trump in the Republican primary ...
forbes.com/sites/maryroeloffs/2025/01/17/billionaire-vivek-ramaswamy-plans-to-run-for-ohio-governor/
Could Trump get rid of the penny?: The cost of zinc — the primary metal used in penny-making — has doubled since 2016
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-penny-doge-musk-coin-b2685283.html
On Inauguration Day, JD Vance's children will wear jackets by a South Bend designer
indystar.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/20/south-bend-anagrassia-designed-inauguration-day-jacket-jd-vance-kids-mary-grace-godfrey/77778879007/
Elon Musk concedes DOGE unlikely to find $2 trillion in budget cuts — but here's what would be an 'epic outcome'
nypost.com/2025/01/09/us-news/elon-musk-concedes-doge-unlikely-to-find-2-trillion-in-budget-cuts-but-heres-what-would-be-an-epic-outcome/
Quick Glance: Musk Revises DOGE Budget Goals to More Realistic Cuts
- Elon Musk stated that the goal of finding $2 trillion in federal budget cuts is likely unrealistic.
- He now estimates that only about $1 trillion in savings is feasible, marking a significant reduction from his earlier target.
- Musk co-leads the DOGE initiative, which aims to provide recommendations to the White House but holds no official authority.
- Experts have indicated that substantial savings would require cuts to mandatory programs like Medicaid.
Demystifying the Department of Government Efficiency: This week we break down the new government committee being led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy.
wired.com/story/demystifying-doge-elon-musk-vivek-ramaswamy/
Democratic lawmakers urge Trump nominees to keep IRS Direct File: In a letter exclusively shared with BI, Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Chris Coons said the program ...
businessinsider.com/democrats-scott-bessent-irs-direct-file-doge-letter-warren-coons-2025-1
Trump vs. the Bureaucrats: MAGA has turned “the administrative state” into a battle cry.
nytimes.com/2025/01/11/books/review/administrative-state-trump-bannon.html
Opinion: What Vivek Ramaswamy leaves out of his story of South Asian success: Opinion: What Vivek Ramaswamy leaves out of his story of South Asian success
sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2025/01/09/opinion-what-vivek-ramaswamy/
America expects too little from kids. We need more 'tiger moms.' | Opinion: Reading and math scores among American students have been declining for years.
indystar.com/story/opinion/2025/01/07/the-case-for-tiger-moms/77496779007/
Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy call remote work a 'Covid-era privilege.' Economists say it's here to stay
cnbc.com/2025/01/02/musk-ramaswamy-call-remote-work-a-covid-era-privilege-some-economists-disagree.html
Trump claims he employs many people on ‘great’ H-1B visas as MAGA civil war over program grows: Live updates
the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-news-elon-musk-vivek-ramaswamy-h1b-maga-b2670910.html
Turns out Trump is OK with immigrants – if they help his billionaire friends | Opinion
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2025/01/02/trump-musk-immigration-h1b-visa-jobs/77317795007/
Quick Glance: Tech and Nationalism: A Right-Wing Conflict
- Trump's appointment of Sriram Krishnan as an AI policy adviser has sparked tensions between the tech right and the nationalist right.
- Musk's defense of the H-1B program has created a conflict with nationalists who oppose immigration.
- The two factions, which once collaborated to elect Trump, now face irreconcilable differences.
- Trump's upcoming term may reveal how he balances the interests of the wealthy with the demands of the nationalist movement.
'You Were Taken!': Don Lemon Gloats Over 'Dumb F**king Idiots' Conned By Trump: The former CNN host mocked the president-elect's supporters over a "MAGA civil ...
huffpost.com/entry/don-lemon-maga-civil-war_n_67739a94e4b0b9284c2127fb
Opinion | Elon Musk Is a National Security Risk: His relationship with Chinese leaders and reported contacts with Russian officials are cause for alarm.
nytimes.com/2024/12/29/opinion/elon-musk-china-classified-secrets-national-security-russia-doge.html
Quick Glance: Elon Musk: A Threat to National Security
- Elon Musk is viewed as a potential national security risk due to his ties to China and business interests in the country.
- He has received substantial financial backing from Chinese banks and may be compelled to share sensitive information with the Chinese government.
- The U.S. is engaged in a fierce space race with China, and Musk's position as a leading rocket provider could jeopardize national security.
- Calls have been made for investigations into his reliability as a government contractor, particularly concerning his connections with Russia and China.
Trump Reportedly Backs Musk, Ramaswamy In Support Of Merit Visas Amid MAGA Turmoil
huffpost.com/entry/trump-backs-musk-ramaswamy-in-support-of-merit-visas-amid-maga-turmoil_n_67705b61e4b0dec9fd22c50c
MAGA civil war breaks out over American "mediocrity" culture: Vivek Ramaswamy fired the first shot, and it immediately consumed X.
axios.com/2024/12/26/maga-civil-war-ramaswamy-musk-loomer-cernovich
What Are H-1B Visas? And Why Are They Dividing Trump’s Republican Party?: A schism has opened in Trump’s Republican Party over the issue of immigration – ...
usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2024-12-30/what-are-h-1b-visas-and-why-are-they-dividing-trumps-republican-party
Skilled immigrants are part of an ‘all of the above’ strategy for growth and prosperity
thehill.com/opinion/5061780-skilled-immigrants-debate/
Elon, Vivek and how to insult an entire country – the MAGA uproar over H-1B visas fuelling a GOP fracture
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-01-01-elon-vivek-and-how-to-insult-an-entire-country-the-maga-uproar-over-h-1b-visas-fuelling-a-gop-fracture/
Some H-1B workers say they feel insulted by immigration debate over visa holders: In recent days, Trump said he supported H-1B visas. In the past ...
nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/h1b-visas-debate-immigration-ramaswamy-musk-trump-rcna186173
Elon Musk Shares Christmas Weight-Loss Post: 'Ozempic Santa': The Tesla and SpaceX CEO admitted to taking the drug Mounjaro, a weight-loss medication similar to ...
newsweek.com/elon-musk-ozempic-weight-loss-christmas-santa-2006078
Quick Glance: Elon Musk Discloses Weight Loss Drug Usage on Christmas
- Elon Musk revealed he is using the medication Mounjaro for weight loss, referring to himself as 'Ozempic Santa' in a social media post.
- This announcement follows a public dispute with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding the effectiveness of GLP-1 inhibitors in combating obesity.
- Musk stated that Mounjaro has fewer side effects than Ozempic and is more effective for weight loss.
- While Kennedy continues to advocate for lifestyle changes, Musk argues that access to affordable GLP inhibitors is crucial for improving American health.
Ramaswamy is right: America needs more 'tiger moms' for the sake of our kids | Opinion
usatoday.com/story/opinion/2025/01/06/vivek-ramaswamy-parenting-tiger-mom-education/77431001007/
Zanzalari: Can Dept. of Government Efficiency deliver?: By cutting the government workforce and refocusing each institution on its foundational purposes ...
bostonherald.com/2025/01/04/zanzalari-can-dept-of-government-efficiency-deliver/
Trump Weighs In On H-1B Visa Program Dividing MAGA World: Until Saturday, Trump had been silent on the controversy sparked with his hiring of venture capitalist ...
forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2024/12/28/trump-weighs-in-on-h-1b-visa-program-dividing-maga-world/
There is little chance Elon Musk will save us from debt. It's all politics. | Opinion
freep.com/story/opinion/columnists/2025/01/05/elon-musk-donald-trump-department-government-efficiency/77404331007/
MAGA vs. Musk: Right-wing critics allege censorship, loss of X badges: Laura Loomer is among those claiming Musk's X is censoring her.
axios.com/2024/12/27/musk-x-loomer-h1b-maga-verification
Clarence Page: MAGA takes on Elon Musk’s ‘tech bros’ and their need for immigrant labor
chicagotribune.com/2025/01/05/column-h-1b-visas-elon-musk-maga-page/
Vivek Ramaswamy is right. America has a culture problem. | Opinion: Part of America's strength lies in entrepreneurial risk-taking and a culture that fosters it ...
usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2025/01/04/vivek-ramaswamy-america-doge-culture-education-jobs-china/77407437007/
‘The Girls Are Fighting!’: MSNBC Panel Rips MAGA’s Civil War: “This is fun,” Michael Steele giggled as he joined Symone Sanders and Alicia Menendez in discussing ...
thedailybeast.com/the-girls-are-fighting-msnbc-panel-tickled-as-they-rip-ramaswamys-insane-maga-civil-war-starting-rant/
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Musk and Ramaswamy are sparking a debate over the H-1B visa. Here's what to know about the visa.
cbsnews.com/news/musk-vivek-ramaswamy-h1b-visa-maga-immigration-what-to-know/
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