In a political era defined by sharp turns and headline-grabbing experiments, few initiatives sparked as much intrigue — or scepticism — as President Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Launched in early 2025 with promises of revolutionary reforms, sweeping cost cuts and a near-mythic 'bureaucratic chainsaw', the agency was hailed as a radical reset for Washington. Yet, less than a year later, DOGE has reportedly dissolved eight months ahead of schedule. As questions mount over Elon Musk's role, shifting White House priorities and internal friction, critics now ask: was DOGE doomed from day one?
