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President Donald Trump took an unexpected step on Tuesday afternoon, holding an impromptu press conference at the White House.
The unscheduled remarks, which initially focused on Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations, quickly turned into a moment where Trump detailed billions of dollars in government waste and fraud, highlighting findings from the Department of Government Oversight and Ethics (DOGE).
The press conference opened with Trump discussing the administration’s diplomatic efforts to broker a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading negotiations, working toward a resolution to the ongoing conflict that has resulted in significant loss of life.
However, the conversation shifted during the question-and-answer session, when a reporter attempted to create controversy between Trump and DOGE director Elon Musk.
A member of the press asked: “In a court filing, the White House said that Elon Musk is not a DOGE employee and has no authority to make decisions. Can you clarify for us what that role is?”
Trump responded by defending Musk, calling him “a patriot” and dismissing concerns over his exact title or role.
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The president then pulled out a set of notes that he had asked his staff to prepare—anticipating that the DOGE oversight efforts would come up in the briefing.
At this point, Trump noted his surprise that the topic had not been raised earlier in the press conference, adding that Ukraine was a more pressing issue given the human toll of the war.
Then, Trump shifted gears and began reading from DOGE’s initial findings, detailing billions of dollars in waste, fraud, and abuse uncovered within the first month of his administration.
The moment was reminiscent of past efforts by conservative lawmakers, such as former Senator Jim DeMint and Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), who have long exposed misuse of taxpayer funds.
However, this time, the information was coming directly from the President of the United States.
As Trump read from the report, his frustration was evident as he rattled off examples of government waste. He paused at one point and remarked:
“I could read this all day long, I could go on all day long, and you’ll see hundreds of billions of dollars [in fraud].”
He concluded his remarks on the subject with a blunt assessment:
“We have a very corrupt country…and it’s a sad thing to say. But we’re figuring it out.”
The surprise press conference not only put a spotlight on Trump’s commitment to government accountability, but also underscored his ongoing support for Elon Musk’s oversight work at DOGE.
The event served as a reminder that Trump remains focused on rooting out fraud, cutting government waste, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are not misused.
As negotiations on Ukraine continue and DOGE expands its investigations, Trump’s remarks signal that his administration is prioritizing fiscal responsibility and government transparency—a message that is likely to resonate with many Americans.
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