Elon Musk has recruited Akash Bobba, a 22-year-old Indian-origin engineer, to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to modernize government systems. Bobba is a UC Berkeley graduate with experience at top Silicon Valley firms,

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) has been controversial since the beginning. Now focus has turned to the age and experience of the members of Musk’s team. But who exactly are these ‘Muskovites’,

Akash Bobba, a 22-year-old engineer, has joined Elon Musks Department of Government Efficiency, raising concerns about young, inexperienced recruits having access to sensitive government systems. This hiring strategy has sparked debate over the risks and benefits of such a bold government overhaul.

Before joining DOGE, Akash Bobba, 22, interned at Meta, Palantir, and the hedge fund Bridgewater Associates, working in AI, data analytics, and financial modelling.

Akash Bobba, a UC Berkeley graduate, has joined Elon Musk’s DOGE team with top-level clearance, raising concerns over security & regulatory oversight.

Ed Martin, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, tweeted a letter on Monday addressed to Musk promising to “protect DOGE work and DOGE workers.” Martin has even said he’s in contact with the FBI about the matter, but it’s not clear what he plans to prosecute at this point.

DOGE, a brainchild of Elon Musk established under Donald Trump administration, aims to streamline federal operations, dismantle bureaucratic inefficiencies, and significantly reduce government expenditure to save billions annually. However, the choice of team members for the department has raised eyebrows.

Akash Bobba, who has expertise in AI, data analytics, and financial modelling, is now a part of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

The six engineers - Akash Bobba, Edward Coristine, Luke Farritor, Gautier Cole Killian, Gavin Kliger, and Ethan Shaotran - hold vaguely defined roles within the department.

Critics worry that Musk’s unconventional hiring strategy risks national security. Bobba’s talent is undeniable, but his sudden placement in a powerful role has fueled a heated debate

The Department of Government Efficiency appointed six young engineers, led by Elon Musk, to modernize operations. Critics worry about their lack of public administration experience and potential national security risks.