President Trump and Elon Musk discussed the necessity of "full transparency" in government during an interview. Musk, leading the DOGE initiative, aims to reduce waste and restructure agencies, while both leaders stressed the urgent need to address the national deficit to avoid fiscal collapse.

Musk admitted to potential errors in the DOGE process but vowed to make quick corrections. Trump believes a balanced budget can be swiftly achieved through cuts and sound economic policies, warning of dire consequences if financial issues persist.

Trump also voiced support for congressional efforts to regain direct federal control over Washington, D.C., highlighting concerns over crime and homelessness that mar the city's image, especially during diplomatic visits. He acknowledged his connection with Mayor Muriel Bowser but criticized the city's management of its problems.

In another matter, Tesco customers experienced significant disruptions with online grocery orders due to technical issues, prompting over 200 complaints as essential items became unavailable. The supermarket is actively addressing the situation and apologizing to customers.

The Digest, 2/19/2025 @1000PM, CDT

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