The data expert goes by ‘DataRepublican’ on Twitter and boasts over 400,000 followers on the platform
A tech expert, known as ‘DataRepublican’ on social media, has sparked a wave of attention with her bold claim about government waste. According to her, an astonishing amount of taxpayer money is being squandered each year—potentially up to $100 billion, far surpassing current estimates.
This revelation comes amid the efforts of the newly-formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by none other than Elon Musk. The department was established under the Trump administration when Donald Trump returned to office last month. Musk, with his mission to overhaul federal spending, has been spearheading efforts to identify inefficiencies and cut down on waste.
So far, DOGE has made impressive strides, claiming to have saved $65 billion as of February 24, with hopes to reach a monumental $1 trillion in savings. These savings have come from a wide range of initiatives, including fraud detection and removal, canceling or renegotiating contracts and leases, asset sales, workforce reductions, program changes, and regulatory improvements, as outlined on the department’s website.
While the official numbers are eye-popping, the tech expert—who frequently engages with Musk on Twitter—suggests the real figure could be far higher, possibly up to $100 billion in unnecessary spending each year. This revelation has certainly stirred up conversations about the efficiency and transparency of government spending moving forward.
In a recent interview with NewsNation, the anonymous tech expert known as ‘DataRepublican’ shared her insights into the staggering amounts of federal money she believes is being wasted or even potentially stolen. When asked about the estimated figure, she boldly stated, “If I had to guess, I would say it’s over $100 billion. But what’s more important is what they’re doing with that money.”
She emphasized that the key issue isn’t just the money lost, but how it’s being handled. “The numbers don’t lie,” she said, adding, “And look, they don’t always tell me what I want to hear. But they do tell me the truth.”
While discussing her role and alleged connections to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), she clarified that although she doesn’t communicate directly with Elon Musk, the Tesla CEO “supports [her] work.” Her comments have raised eyebrows, further fueling the conversation about government inefficiency and the potential for monumental savings.
“I have communicated with some people involved with DOGE,” ‘DataRepublican’ revealed during the interview. “I don’t want to say much more than that, but I have a working relationship.” She went on to mention that Elon Musk had encouraged others to follow her on Twitter, where she now boasts an impressive 400,000+ followers.
When asked how Musk discovered her work, she admitted, “Honestly, I don’t know, you’d have to ask him.” Despite not knowing how he came across her, she expressed her gratitude: “I’m just thankful that he did.” This ongoing connection has only added to the intrigue surrounding her work and her influence in the world of government efficiency.
