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In the few weeks since President Donald Trump returned to office, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency panel has implemented significant changes within the federal government. Strong favorability ratings over the weekend are reported to have boosted morale within the White House, leaving them feeling emboldened. But as DOGE eyes new agencies to audit, how far can this bureaucracy-wrecking ball go? White House reporter Megan Messerly joins Playbook deputy editor Zack Stanton to talk it through. Plus, Trump implements further tariffs on aluminum and steel. All that, and the rest of the news you need to know today.
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In the few weeks since President Donald Trump returned to office, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency panel has implemented significant changes within the federal government. Strong favorability ratings over the weekend are reported to have boosted morale within the White House, leaving them feeling emboldened. But as DOGE eyes new agencies to audit, how far can this bureaucracy-wrecking ball go? White House reporter Megan Messerly joins Playbook deputy editor Zack Stanton to talk it through. Plus, Trump implements further tariffs on aluminum and steel. All that, and the rest of the news you need to know today.

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