India, March 5 -- President Donald Trump on Tuesday lauded billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk for his efforts in spearheading the newly established Department of Government Efficiency, an initiative aimed at streamlining federal operations.

Speaking during his address to Congress, Trump took a moment to acknowledge Musk, who was seated in the gallery. As Republican lawmakers applauded, the president expressed his gratitude for Musk's contributions to the administration's efforts to trim government bureaucracy.

"Thank you Elon, he's working very hard," Trump said during an address to Congress, after Musk stood up in the gallery to applause from Republican lawmakers.

"He didn't need this. Thank you very much. We appreciate it," Trump add...