The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has announced the cancellation of more than half a million government credit cards amid its crackdown on federal spending.
Why It Matters
DOGE first announced on February 18 that it was working with agencies to simplify federal credit card accounts and reduce administrative costs, estimating the federal government had some 4.6 million credit cards and 90 million unique transactions in the 2024 fiscal year. President Donald Trump later issued an executive order calling for a 30-day freeze on agency employee credit cards.
While proponents of DOGE’s cuts say they eliminate waste, fraud and abuse in government spending, critics argue that some cuts have hampered operations at federal agencies, including ordering essential supplies and paying for government-related services and contracts.
Not just misuse of the cards, but credit card surcharge fees in the millions.
DOGE didn’t cut anything.
DOGE finds the fraud, waste and abuse and reports it to the President, who decides on action.