Trump warns agency leaders against ‘wasteful spending’ in new memo

President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to government officials, demanding that they become more transparent about their spending habits. In a memo titled “Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending,” the White House instructed leaders of executive departments and agencies to reveal details about programs, contracts, and grants that do not benefit the American people.

The memo highlights the fact that taxpayer money has been used to fund projects that do not align with the national interest. Trump emphasized the importance of showcasing how federal funds have been misused and wasted, stating that the American people have a right to know.

To address this issue, all heads of executive departments and agencies have been directed to disclose information about terminated programs, cancelled contracts, and discontinued grants. The memo emphasizes the need for full transparency in accordance with all relevant laws and regulations.

This move comes as Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) commission conducts audits to identify and eliminate wasteful spending within government agencies. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt expressed support for these audits, noting that Trump is fulfilling his promise to root out waste, fraud, and abuse from the federal bureaucracy.

Leavitt highlighted the bipartisan nature of this initiative, noting that both Democrat politicians and members of the administration are aligned in their commitment to reducing government waste. She emphasized that Trump is the first president in recent history to take concrete steps towards achieving this goal.

As the administration continues to prioritize transparency and accountability in government spending, the American people can expect to see more initiatives aimed at eliminating wasteful practices. By holding government officials accountable for their spending decisions, Trump is working towards a more efficient and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.

Andrea Margolis is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Readers can send story tips to andrea.margolis@fox.com.