President Trump taps Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and address the national deficit.

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Musk humorously describes himself as a "humble tech support hero" fixing outdated government computer systems.

Musk defends his recent email to federal employees, clarifying it was a "pulse check" rather than a performance review.

Musk reveals concerns about fictional individuals on the government payroll, collecting paychecks without doing any work.

Musk emphasizes the need to tackle the $2 trillion deficit, warning that the US will go bankrupt without action.

Musk highlights that interest on the national debt exceeds Defense Department spending, making deficit reduction crucial.

Musk shares that he's received death threats for his efforts but remains committed to saving America from bankruptcy.

Musk is confident that DOGE can find $1 trillion in savings, roughly 15% of the $7 trillion budget.

Musk stresses the need to save $4 billion per day to achieve the $1 trillion deficit reduction by the end of September 2026.

Despite challenges, Musk believes in the team's ability to achieve their ambitious goals and secure America's financial future.