Amy Gleason Reacts After Being Publicly Named Acting DOGE Administrator – Details
The 53-year-old was appointed as the acting DOGE administrator after the White House initially refrained from addressing inquiries about the initiative’s formal leadership.
Amy Gleason, a former healthcare investment executive, has taken on the role of acting administrator for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Following the public announcement of her appointment, she has reacted to the news.
A laptop keyboard, Elon Musk’s post about DOGE on X displayed on a phone screen, and a representation of Dogecoin cryptocurrency are seen in this illustration photo taken in Krakow, Poland on November 13, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
According to The New York Times, Gleason did not immediately provide a comment regarding her new role. She was reportedly on vacation in Mexico on Tuesday, February 25.
However, she had informed associates that she was unaware the White House intended to publicly announce her appointment. Individuals familiar with the matter, speaking anonymously due to concerns of potential repercussions, shared these details.
Elon Musk holds a chainsaw as he speaks at the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center at National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland, on February 20, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Gleason’s naming comes after DOGE has been driving major reforms within the federal bureaucracy, with Elon Musk playing a significant role in its direction.
Despite this, the White House maintained in court that Musk does not officially lead the initiative, which raised questions about its oversight.
On Monday, February 24, a federal judge pressed officials for clarification on Musk’s involvement, expressing concerns over potential unauthorized leadership. Following weeks of avoiding a direct response, the White House has now confirmed Gleason as the acting administrator.
