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Elon Musk Seeks 'Superhuman' Workers for Unpaid Government Efficiency Initiative

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Elon Musk's new initiative, the Department of Government Efficiency, seeks unpaid workers with high IQs willing to work 80 hours a week to reduce federal spending.


Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency Seeks 'Superhuman' Employees

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has launched a controversial hiring initiative for the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This initiative aims to significantly reduce federal government spending by recruiting individuals who are willing to work 80 hours a week without pay. Musk's call for applicants emphasizes the need for high mental abilities and a commitment to cost-cutting measures, stating, "We need revolutionaries with very high IQs who are willing to work hard on unglamorous tasks related to reducing government costs."

The announcement was made via a post on the DOGE account on the X platform, which quickly garnered over 17.3 million views. Musk indicated that only the "top 1% of applicants" would be considered, with applications being reviewed directly by him and fellow billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy. However, the application process has raised eyebrows due to its unique requirements. Applicants must send direct messages to the DOGE account, but this feature is only available to verified accounts, which require a subscription fee of $84 per year. Critics have pointed out the irony of seeking high-IQ individuals while imposing a financial barrier to entry.

In a follow-up tweet, Musk confirmed that the positions would be entirely voluntary, stating, "This work will be exhausting, make a lot of enemies, and pay zero. What a great offer!" This statement has led to a wave of sarcastic reactions on social media, with users humorously claiming their own "superhuman qualifications."

Background of the Initiative

The DOGE initiative was launched under the direction of President-elect Donald Trump, who aims to restructure federal agencies and cut government expenditures. Musk and Ramaswamy were selected for their shared vision of a smaller government and increased efficiency. Known for his demanding work ethic, Musk's expectations for potential team members mirror his own intense commitment to his businesses, where he has famously spent nights on factory floors during critical periods. This initiative appears to reflect that same philosophy, presenting a challenging environment for anyone willing to join the cause.

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