The White House has officially confirmed Amy Gleason as the acting administrator of the Digital Operations Government Efficiency (DOGE) team. This disclosure comes after months of speculation regarding the leadership of the organization. Established under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on January 20, DOGE evolved from the U.S. Digital Service with the mandate to streamline government operations and cut costs across federal agencies.
Amy Gleason, who began her tenure at the U.S. Digital Service in January 2025 as a senior advisor, now reports directly to Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff. Her appointment marks the first official acknowledgment from the White House on who is steering DOGE. Previously, the leadership of DOGE remained uncertain, as Elon Musk, a senior advisor to the president, was speculated to be at the helm. However, while Musk has played a significant role in the construction and operational aspects of DOGE, he has not been officially leading the team.
Gleason's career trajectory includes significant stints in both the public and private sectors. Before her current role, she served as chief product officer at Russell Street Ventures from December 2021 to November 2024. Her earlier experience as a digital services expert at the U.S. Digital Service between October 2018 and December 2021 further solidifies her expertise in digital transformation initiatives.
The executive order establishing DOGE also appointed teams of "special government employees" tasked with implementing cost-cutting measures across various federal agencies. These efforts aim to enhance efficiency and reduce bureaucratic overhead.
Despite Musk's involvement in DOGE, his associates have reportedly gained access to critical government systems and sensitive datasets, which include personal data of millions of Americans. This has raised questions about data privacy and security within the organization.
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