Was Vivek Ramaswamy fired by Trump from Doge? Here is the truth

The allegations suggesting that Vivek Ramaswamy was fired by Donald Trump from Ministry of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been rejected by Donald Trump himself. Speaking about Ramaswamy, Trump praised him as part of a “great team” working on a transformative initiative. He even highlighted Ramaswamy’s credibility.
According to CBS News, Ramaswamy, who was appointed to co-chair DOGE with Elon Musk, was expected to step away from the task force to focus on a potential run for Ohio governor. The news caught fire on social media, with many MAGA users backing the claim.
CBS sources claimed that tensions had arisen between Ramaswamy and the rest of the DOGE team, with Musk’s allies reportedly criticizing his lack of involvement in key aspects of the initiative. One insider even suggested that Ramaswamy had “worn out his welcome”, further fueling speculation that he was being pushed out.

However, Trump’s remarks suggest a different narrative. Far from sidelining Ramaswamy, Trump appeared to support his continued involvement, describing him as an integral part of the team.
The contrast between Trump’s public praise and the anonymous claims of internal discontent raises questions about the validity of these reports. Moreover, Ramaswamy’s political aspirations for the Ohio governorship seem to provide a more straightforward explanation for his potential departure from DOGE, rather than internal conflicts.

Ramaswamy was also reportedly considered for Ohio’s vacant Senate seat before Gov. Mike DeWine appointed Jon Husted instead. This development may have accelerated his plans to pursue the governorship, a decision consistent with his broader political ambitions. Meanwhile, DOGE, a time-limited task force tasked with identifying $2 trillion in spending savings, will continue under Musk’s leadership.
Ultimately, the allegation that Ramaswamy was fired from DOGE appears unfounded. Trump’s endorsement of him as a credible and valuable member of the team belies suggestions of his forced exit.