Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., warned on Newsmax Thursday against wasteful government spending, arguing it diverts funds from critical programs such as Social Security and national security.

During his appearance on “American Agenda,” Van Drew was asked about the Department of Government Efficiency and the possible application of its principles in his own state.

He replied, “God help us. We probably need two or three of them, especially in New Jersey, it’s just always spending more and borrowing more.”

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