Trump Praises Musk as the Smartest Man Alive in Fox Interview — Taps Him to Lead “Department of Government Efficiency”
In a headline-making interview with Sean Hannity on Fox News, former President Donald Trump heaped high praise on tech mogul Elon Musk, calling him the smartest man he’s ever met — and naming him head of a new conceptual initiative: the Department of Government Efficiency, or “DOGE.”
The moment that caught everyone’s attention came when Trump, speaking about his admiration for Musk, said with a chuckle:
“I tried to find someone smarter than him… I couldn’t. That’s why I chose this guy.”
Musk, seated beside Trump, appeared visibly surprised by the compliment, flashing a wide grin. The exchange, though lighthearted, carried a serious tone as Trump outlined why he believes Musk is the right person to tackle inefficiency in government.
“He’s a cost-cutter, a visionary, and brutally effective,” Trump added.
This public endorsement not only reinforced Trump’s admiration for Musk’s intellect and innovation but also positioned the Tesla and SpaceX CEO as a symbolic cornerstone in Trump’s vision for leaner, smarter governance.
