WATCH: As DOGE Discovers and Reduces Wasteful Spending, Schumer Panics on the Senate Floor
During a tense and controversial moment in the Senate, Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer reacted emotionally to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), suggesting it might eventually slash funding for essential services like Social Security or the Postal Service. His outburst quickly went viral, prompting mockery from conservative commentators who ridiculed him for overreacting.
DOGE, created by President Donald Trump through one of his first executive orders, was tasked with identifying and cutting waste and fraud within the federal government. While the agency has been credited with uncovering several cases of fraud, many Democrats, including Schumer, have voiced ongoing concerns about its broader implications during Trump’s early tenure.
On February 3, 2025, conservative podcaster Benny Johnson posted a video of Schumer’s comments to X (formerly Twitter). In the clip, Schumer warned, “If DOGE is targeting USAID today, it could go after the Postal Service, the IRS, or even Social Security tomorrow.” He also expressed worry about potential threats to national security agencies.
Conservative users in the comments section mocked Schumer’s dramatic tone and questioned his motives. One commenter argued that Schumer’s real fear was losing political control over federal agencies, which they claimed have been used to protect allies and silence opposition.
The commenter added that holding agencies accountable for corruption isn’t a threat to democracy but a necessary reform. Others echoed these sentiments, thanking Elon Musk for exposing alleged corruption and calling for transparency and stricter oversight of how taxpayer money is spent. Comments like “Tear it down, open the books” reflected a broader desire among critics for reform and reduced government overreach.
Schumer, for his part, has repeatedly criticized DOGE in public statements. While he admits some wasteful government spending exists, he warns against indiscriminate budget cuts, stating, “We need to evaluate each program individually instead of using a meat ax to slash everything.”
