'Thirsty for Elon': Local politicians across America are copying the DOGE playbook

Source: Business Insider

 Klawe Rzeczy for BIHere a DOGE, there a DOGE, everywhere a DOGE. Republican and libertarian leaders in at least 18 states, counties, and towns across America are dreaming up their own versions of the headline-grabbing federal initiative — and more could follow. The push is happening through executive orders and legislative action as governors, state lawmakers, and business executives promise to root out what they view as waste and fraud within state governments.