In his first joint address to Congress since returning to office, US President Donald Trump praised his adviser Elon Musk, acknowledging his contributions to cutting government spending and fighting inflation. Trump highlighted Musk’s role as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and thanked him, saying, "He didn’t need this." As Musk stood up to Republican applause, Trump quipped that even Democrats appreciated his efforts but wouldn’t admit it. Trump emphasized that DOGE would focus on reducing energy costs and eliminating wasteful spending, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to economic efficiency.