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Congressman can't name specific 'waste, fraud and abuse' and admits DOGE is making 'mistakes'


Published on 2025-03-08 12:41:01 - Alternet
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  • South Dakota's lone congressman defended some of the Trump administration's mass firings and funding freezes as needed "disruptions" while acknowledging "there are methods that can be improved." South Dakota Searchlight interviewed U.

The article discusses an interview with Congressman Mike Collins on MSNBC, where he struggled to provide specific examples of "waste, fraud, and abuse" in the federal government, a common Republican talking point. When pressed by host Alex Witt, Collins could not detail any particular instances, instead broadly criticizing the government's spending habits. Additionally, the conversation touched on the recent turmoil within the House GOP, particularly focusing on the ousting of Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Collins admitted that the GOP, referred to as "DOGE" in the article, has made mistakes, especially in their handling of the speakership situation, which has led to internal chaos and public scrutiny. This admission came after McCarthy was removed from his position, highlighting the internal divisions and leadership challenges within the party.

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