Joe Rogan claimed that the establishment is "terrified" of former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk's potential plan to overhaul the government’s efficiency. Rogan's remarks quickly sparked debate, as he highlighted the duo's focus on streamlining government operations, drawing from Musk’s notable business strategies.
"That’s why I think they’re really terrified about Trump," Rogan said. "He’s not going to play the game." The podcast host went on to reference discussions surrounding Trump’s idea to have Musk lead a government efficiency agency if he were to win the presidency again. Rogan believes the political establishment fears such a move because of Musk’s unorthodox approach to business operations and his proven track record of cutting through bureaucratic layers.
Musk’s Efficiency Mindset Sparks Fear
Rogan particularly zeroed in on Musk’s history of trimming down Twitter’s workforce after acquiring the social media giant. “What did he shave? Like 80% of Twitter’s staff,” Rogan said. “He asked, ‘Why do you have so many people working here doing nothing?’ He was right.”
This drastic reduction in Twitter’s staffing levels not only made headlines but also led to substantial changes in how the platform operates. Rogan noted that Musk’s no-nonsense approach to efficiency is precisely what concerns the establishment. “They’re terrified of that because it’s not efficient, and he’s going to come in with that Tesla mindset,” Rogan added, referring to Musk’s ability to streamline operations at his companies, including Tesla and SpaceX.
A Disruptive Vision for Government?
Trump’s idea to involve Musk in a government efficiency initiative aligns with his broader philosophy of reducing government bloat and cutting unnecessary red tape. Rogan’s assertion that Trump would work alongside Musk to bring a “Tesla mindset” to government operations has further fueled speculation about how the pair could reshape the federal bureaucracy.
For Rogan, Musk’s involvement signals a potential shakeup that could radically alter how the government functions. “He’s talked about having Elon come in to do a government efficiency agency,” Rogan explained. “That’s something they’re terrified of because it’s going to challenge the status quo.”
Rogan’s Bold Commentary Sparks Debate
As Rogan’s comments circulated, many supporters of Trump and Musk praised the idea of a government efficiency overhaul, while others raised concerns about applying private sector strategies to public institutions. Detractors argue that running a government is vastly different from managing a business like Twitter or Tesla, where profit motives drive decision-making.
However, for Rogan, the idea of Musk applying his radical efficiency methods to the federal government represents a disruptive force that could change Washington’s bureaucratic landscape. “Trump is not here to play by the old rules,” Rogan emphasized, underscoring the potential threat this poses to established political interests.
The Future of Trump and Musk’s Alliance
As the 2024 election approaches, Rogan’s commentary sheds light on the broader implications of Trump and Musk working together. Whether this plan for a government efficiency agency comes to fruition remains to be seen, but Rogan’s statements have sparked curiosity about what such a partnership could mean for the future of governance in America.
One thing is clear: the idea of Musk stepping into government reform, as Trump has suggested, is shaking up political discourse.


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