White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has once again passionately backed the administration’s proposal to reduce federal spending, describing it as a crucial and historically informed step toward ensuring long-term fiscal health. During a recent press briefing, Leavitt emphasized that the plan is rooted in thorough recommendations from the Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to streamline operations and enhance cost-effectiveness across the government.

Leavitt made it clear that this initiative is not about slashing vital services or limiting access to important public programs. Instead, the focus is on eliminating redundancies, boosting agency performance, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are used as efficiently as possible. “This is about making government work smarter, not smaller,” she stated. “It’s about accountability, sustainability, and wise stewardship—not austerity.”

Drawing comparisons to similar initiatives by both Democratic and Republican administrations during times of economic challenge or national debt concerns, Leavitt highlighted the bipartisan history of efforts to curb spending by reducing inefficiencies. These initiatives have always aimed at securing the nation’s long-term financial health.

Leavitt concluded by reaffirming the administration’s commitment to a responsible and measured approach: “We are building on lessons from the past and applying them to today’s needs. Streamlining government operations will not only strengthen our economy but will also rebuild public trust in the way the government operates.”