DOGE: Efficiency Eliminates Malicious Compliance
Common Sense, not Nonsense
The federal government should work for the people, not against them. However, the issue of "malicious compliance"—where bureaucrats slow-walk or manipulate policies to generate negative headlines—has been a persistent concern. With President Donald Trump returning to office in 2025, the focus is on ensuring that federal agencies execute policies as directed by the administration, rather than undermining them through bureaucratic resistance.
During Trump's first term, many career bureaucrats actively worked against his administration’s policies. Despite being tasked with carrying out executive directives, some federal employees sought to obstruct initiatives they personally disagreed with. As Trump takes office again, there is concern that similar resistance could reemerge, fueled by ideological opposition rather than a commitment to serving the American public.
- Malicious compliance occurs when a federal agency publicly defied a President's Administration directive, delaying implementation and causing policy failures.
- During the first Trump administration, negative news coverage far outweighed positive reports, reflecting the media's bias against his policies and leadership.
- Americans increasingly view the federal government as bloated and inefficient, with many believing it no longer aligns with the needs and values of the people.
Transparency Drives Efficiency
The second Trump administration is prioritizing a comprehensive review of federal spending, as promised during the 2024 campaign. To conduct this review effectively, the administration has placed a temporary freeze on various federal grants and loans. This has triggered emotional responses from democrats, bureaucrats, as well as interest groups that rely on federal funding, leading to exaggerated claims of crisis and disruption.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has already uncovered significant overspending in several federal agencies, including the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Initial audits have revealed substantial misallocation of funds, raising questions about the necessity and effectiveness of various programs.
Beyond wasteful spending, DOGE’s investigations have begun to expose deeper issues, including potential corruption and cronyism. As transparency efforts intensify, concerns are growing within Congress and the media that previously overlooked financial dealings may now be scrutinized under a renewed commitment to accountability.
- The American people have sent a clear mandate that they do not want federal agencies working against the Trump administration.
- Congress continues to suffer from historically low approval ratings, reflecting widespread frustration with its inefficiency and perceived detachment from voters.
- Traditional media outlets are losing credibility, with many Americans now turning to independent platforms like X and podcasts for their news.
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by Jolene Wilson