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DOGE’s Legacy: Savings or Scandal | Detroit News
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- Jul 6, 2026
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Summary
DOGE may be gone, but its shadow lingers—once Trump’s brainchild to slash waste and save billions, it’s now wrapped in legal chaos and questionable numbers. Led by Elon Musk, who dreamed of cutting $2 trillion, the agency claimed $215 billion in savings through layoffs, canceled contracts, and asset sales—but independent auditors can’t verify it. Over a dozen lawsuits are still fighting canceled grants, mass firings, and Musk’s access to Treasury data. Musk himself admits it was “somewhat successful” and says he’d never do it again—his own companies paid the price. The real cost? Still being decided in court. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/40fb68e0aface016