Jennifer Balkcom Expressed Support For The Trump Administration And DOGE
2024-2026: Balkcom Supported DOGE And Was Endorsed By Trump
December 2024: Balkcom Posted In Support Of DOGE
December 2024: Balkcom Supported DOGE. “If DOGE accomplishes its goal, the State Legislature's will have some serious work ahead. It's about bringing lawmaking back to the closest level to the people—where it truly belongs. Decentralized decisions, empowered communities, and a stronger voice for every citizen. Vivek Ramaswamy, gave great hope and insight for Americans future.” [Jennifer Balkcom, Facebook, 12/5/24]
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[Jennifer Balkcom, Facebook, 12/5/24]
Newsweek: DOGE “Launched An Unprecedented Assault To Cut Back The Public Sector As President Donald Trump Stepped Back Into The White House.” “The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which launched an unprecedented assault to cut back the public sector as President Donald Trump stepped back into the White House in January, no longer exists, with eight months to go on its mandate, Reuters has reported. Newsweek contacted the White House for comment via email after office hours. DOGE, initially led by billionaire Elon Musk, spearheaded the Trump administration's drive to shrink the role of government, to the delight of conservatives and to the horror of Democrats who condemned the cost-cutting campaign as hasty and wasteful.” [Newsweek, 11/24/25]
- 2025: The Trump Administration Created The So-Called Department Of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Under The Auspices Of Finding Fraud, Waste, And Abuse. “Since the creation of the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), confusion and a lack of transparency have reigned. Under the auspices of finding fraud, waste, and abuse, DOGE has hurt the middle class, created chaos, and attempted to usurp Congress’ power of the purse with illegal impoundments. The President’s constitutional role is to faithfully execute the laws enacted by Congress. The lack of transparency surrounding all aspects of DOGE raises unanswered questions about its leadership, fiscal structure, data security practices, and legal authority to execute the laws enacted by Congress.” [House Committee on the Budget Minority, 3/11/25]
August 2026: Balkcom Thanked Trump For His Endorsement And Promised To Work With Him
August 2026: Balkcom: “THANK YOU, President Trump! I’m Incredibly Grateful For Your Support, And I’m Proud To Stand And Fight For The People Of Western North Carolina. In Congress, I’ll Work With You To Continue Rebuilding WNC After Helene, Deliver Real Results For Our Communities, And Fight To Make Life More Affordable For Hardworking Families.” “Last night, President Donald Trump officially endorsed State Representative Jennifer Balkcom for Congress. Last week, Balkcom was selected as the Republican nominee to fill the vacancy on the ballot. About the endorsement, Balkcom said, ‘THANK YOU, President Trump! I’m incredibly grateful for your support, and I’m proud to stand and fight for the people of Western North Carolina. In Congress, I’ll work with you to continue rebuilding WNC after Helene, deliver real results for our communities, and fight to make life more affordable for hardworking families. I’m ready to get to work.’” [Blue Ridge Times, 8/18/26]