Jamie Dimon calls U.S. government 'inefficient' and says Elon Musk's DOGE effort 'needs to be done'
Published On Feb 24, 2025, 2:46 PM
In a recent interview, Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, criticized the U.S. government for its inefficiency, particularly in the context of federal job cuts under the Trump administration. He emphasized that the government needs significant improvements beyond just addressing waste and fraud, pointing to the necessity of better outcomes. Dimon also acknowledged the efforts of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, expressing hope for its success, but cautioned against potential legal overreach.
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