Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia joins Elon Musk's DOGE, says: I’m bringing my ...

Joe Gebbia, the co-founder of Airbnb, has officially joined Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an initiative aimed at streamlining federal operations and cutting government costs. Gebbia announced his new role on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "I’m bringing my designer brain and start-up spirit to DOGE. My first project is improving the slow and paper-based retirement process."




Gebbia's appointment adds another high-profile entrepreneur to DOGE, which has drawn attention for its aggressive cost-cutting measures. Known for his approach at Airbnb, Gebbia's expertise in business models aligns with Musk's vision of efficiency-driven reform. In addition to his new role, Gebbia serves on Tesla's board and has collaborated with Musk on various ventures.
DOGE, created through an executive order by President Donald Trump, operates as an advisory body tasked with identifying and eliminating excessive federal expenditures. While its recommendations lack formal executive authority, the initiative has already proposed significant changes, including dissolving agencies like the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and restructuring other departments.