President Trump And Elon Musk Press Conference On DOGE Fraud Findings, February 11th, 2025

2/11/2025 TIME MARKS:
0:00 - 0:58: Introduction and Trump’s Opening Remarks
The video begins with Trump entering the Oval Office, greeting reporters, and introducing the event as he prepares to sign an executive order. He mentions DOGE’s work with Elon Musk and promises “transparency like never before.”
0:59 - 3:45: Signing of Executive Order on Federal Workforce Reduction
Trump signs an executive order directing federal agencies to prepare for “large-scale reductions in force” and limit hiring to essential roles. He frames it as a step to cut waste, with Musk nodding in approval.
3:46 - 6:32: Musk’s Overview of DOGE’s Mission and Transparency Claims
Musk speaks about DOGE’s goal to maximize efficiency and transparency, criticizing the federal bureaucracy as “tyrannical” and unaccountable. He promises to expose waste and fraud.
6:33 - 9:17: Trump on DOGE’s Early Findings of Waste and Fraud
Trump claims DOGE has already found “billions” in waste, fraud, and abuse, predicting a potential trillion-dollar impact. He cites no specifics yet, calling it “just the beginning.”
9:18 - 12:05: Musk on Federal Employee Wealth and Alleged Kickbacks
Musk alleges that some federal employees have accrued “tens of millions” in wealth despite modest salaries, suggesting kickbacks and fraud without evidence. He says DOGE is investigating net worths.
12:06 - 15:23: Q&A: Evidence of Fraud and Musk’s Condom Claim
A reporter challenges Musk on his debunked claim of $50 million spent on condoms for Gaza. Musk admits some statements may be wrong, saying “nobody bats 1,000,” while Trump defends him, claiming “there’s fraud everywhere.”
15:24 - 18:49: Q&A: Congressional Approval and Legal Challenges
Asked if DOGE needs Congress to act, Trump says he doesn’t think so for fraud cases but is open to votes if needed. He attacks a New York judge’s restraining order on DOGE’s Treasury access as “activist.”
18:50 - 21:37: Q&A: Conflict of Interest Concerns for Musk
A reporter questions Musk’s potential conflicts (e.g., Tesla, SpaceX). Trump says Musk won’t touch conflicted areas, and Musk jokes he’s under more scrutiny than anyone, calling it “maximally transparent.”
21:38 - 24:15: Q&A: Specific Examples of Waste and Fraud
Asked for specifics, Musk cites a “do not pay list” delay for terrorists and fraudsters (up to a year), while Trump mentions a man paid for 20 years on a 3-month contract (no names or proof given).
24:16 - 27:03: Q&A: Impact on Federal Workforce and Deficit
Musk ties DOGE’s cuts to halving the $2 trillion deficit, warning of bankruptcy risk as interest payments exceed defense spending. Trump adds that jobs will return via economic growth.
27:04 - 30:22: Trump’s Detailed List of Alleged Fraud Examples
Trump reads from notes, listing vague examples: $8 billion DHS contract “waste,” USAID’s “condoms and nonsense,” and unnamed diversity contracts. He claims DOGE found these in weeks.
30:23 - 33:10: Q&A: Response to Critics and Democrats’ Pushback
A reporter mentions Democratic protests (“Nobody Elected Elon”). Trump dismisses them as “losers,” and Musk calls critics “entrenched bureaucrats” resisting accountability.
33:11 - 35:48: Closing Remarks and Optimism
Trump predicts a “stronger, leaner” government, thanks Musk, and exits. Musk reiterates DOGE’s mission to “save the country” from financial ruin.

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