What is a doge? Why the references to forks? To understand the new Trump administration, you need to be fluent in Elon Musk’s favorite memes. Here’s a guide.

Since taking office for his second term, President Donald Trump has issued a number of orders which included establishing the Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE. This program, led by Musk, has caused a stir by going through government programs to validate funding.

Musk describes himself as “White House tech support,” and he has embedded himself in an unorthodox administration where there are no discernible limits on his influence.