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when presenting his economic plan at the new york economic club on september 5, republican presidential candidate and former president trump announced that he would set up a "government efficiency commission" in accordance with musk's suggestion, with the mission of "conducting a comprehensive financial and performance audit of the entire federal government and proposing recommendations for drastic reforms."

trump also said in his speech that because elon is not very busy, "he has agreed to lead this task force." trump also promised that if elected, 10 old rules will be canceled for every new rule added. this is a further increase from his previous promises during his term.

musk responded to trump's speech on social media, saying that the united states "needs this committee so much." he wrote, "if i have the opportunity, i look forward to serving the united states. no reward, no title, no recognition."

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