LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — A dozen Republican lawmakers in Michigan are announcing the DOGE Task Force Initiative at a news conference Thursday morning.
According to a news release sent to 6 News by the group of state representatives, “The Michigan DOGE Task Force, chaired by Rep. DeSana, is a legislator-led, citizen-focused initiative dedicated to making state government leaner, more transparent, and more accountable. Its mission is to restore trust in public institutions by identifying inefficiencies, eliminating waste, and advancing responsible, taxpayer-first governance across every level of Michigan`s public sector. It draws its name and inspiration from broader national “DOGE” efficiency efforts but stands as a uniquely Michigan-driven project committed to serving Michigan taxpayers by ensuring government operates efficiently, transparently, and in the best interests of the people it serves.”
State reps that are scheduled to attend Thursday morning’s announcement include James DeSana (R-Carleton), Ann Bollin (R-Brighton), Steve Carra (R-Three Rivers), Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay Township), Jaime Greene (R-Richmond), Gina Johnsen (R-Portland), Joseph Pavlov (R-Smiths Creek), Bradley Slagh (R-Zeeland), Jason Woolford (R-Howell), Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy), Rachelle Smit (R-Shelbyville), and Donni Steele (R-Lake Orion).
According to the White House, President Donald Trump created the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which was led by tech billionaire Elon Musk until his departure in late May, to “bring accountability and transparency to federal spending, ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and effectively.”