What Happened:

On February 5, 2025, DOGE expanded its agenda by announcing additional measures designed to further reduce federal spending and improve operational efficiency. On the same day, Musk and his team launched the “Dogecast” podcast.

Key Details:

• New initiatives included plans for mass layoffs, deeper reviews of agency expenditures, and the identification of duplicative programs across the federal government.

• The “Dogecast” podcast was introduced as a weekly update to keep the public informed about DOGE’s progress and to enhance transparency regarding its efficiency drive.

• The podcast was framed as a tool for accountability, with Musk and other DOGE leaders discussing their latest findings and explaining how they intended to achieve the promised cost savings.

By coupling expansive cost-cutting measures with a public communication initiative, DOGE sought to maintain momentum and build public trust in its mission.