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- An investment banker floated paying some of DOGE's savings back to taxpayers in the form of checks.
- Elon Musk said he'd "check with" Trump about it.Elon Musk Considers Proposal to Distribute DOGE Savings to American Citizens
Innovative Concept Gains Traction
Amidst ongoing discussions surrounding the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an intriguing proposal has emerged that could potentially distribute a portion of the department's savings back to American taxpayers in the form of government checks.Musk's Response and Potential Approval Process
Investment manager James Fishback spearheaded this idea, which garnered significant attention online after Elon Musk publicly stated on platform X that he would consult with former President Donald Trump regarding its feasibility. Musk emphasized the ultimate authority of the President as Commander-in-Chief in this matter. Subsequently, Trump acknowledged the proposal at an event in Florida, indicating that a concept involving a 20% distribution of DOGE savings to American citizens was "under consideration."Congressional Approval and Skepticism
For the proposal to come to fruition, approval from lawmakers on Capitol Hill would be crucial. However, it has already encountered some skepticism from certain quarters. Nevertheless, the concept remains under evaluation, with further developments expected in the future.
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