The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, is making headlines for its efforts to reduce federal spending through cuts to agencies and government operations. DOGE claims to have saved taxpayers at least $55 billion, with Musk aiming for annual savings of $2 trillion. These cuts have sparked discussions on social media about issuing stimulus checks to Americans. Azoria investment firm CEO James Fishback suggested issuing a ‘DOGE Dividend,’ proposing that 20% of DOGE’s savings be returned to taxpayers. This could amount to a $5,000 refund per household, based on $2 trillion in savings. Musk responded to the idea, saying he would consult with the president. While no DOGE stimulus check is currently planned, the concept has drawn comparisons to the stimulus payments issued during the COVID-19 pandemic. — news from AL.com
