Trump's Terms A former DOGE employee gives his account of working for the operation
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Jun 20, 2025 A former employee from the Department of Government Efficiency shares eye-opening insights about working under Elon Musk. They discuss the challenges of improving government systems and tackling fraud. The conversation dives into uncovering discrepancies in disability payments and the quest for transparency amidst bureaucratic complexities. The impact of Musk's departure raises questions about the future direction of the initiative and ongoing efforts by staff to enhance operational efficiency. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at government operations!
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Tech Idealist Joins Doge
- Sahil Lavingia joined Doge as a tech idealist to improve government from inside.
- He worked on VA contracts and an internal chatbot but struggled with fraud detection.
Fraud Case Was Data Error
- A deputy asked Lavingia to investigate a disability payment fraud case.
- It was actually a data error causing confusion, not fraud.
Government Checks Are Robust
- Government already has many checks to combat fraud and waste.
- It was underestimated how many verification systems exist in payments.