- Kiyosaki labels the US economic crisis the DOGE Chainsaw Massacre, driven by Trump and Musk.
- He forecasts more layoffs and a market crash, urging people to prepare for the fallout.
- Kiyosaki invests in gold, silver, and BTC, warning against relying on the current system.
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has branded the ongoing US economic crisis as the “DOGE Chainsaw Massacre.” He claims that President Donald Trump and entrepreneur Elon Musk lead this. Kiyosaki argues that the massive layoffs and market turmoil are painful but necessary steps to drain the swamp of corruption. He compared the chaos to the 1974 horror film, “TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE”.
Kiyosaki has been outspoken about the increasing layoffs and market instability. In February 2025, he warned that as many as 65,000 jobs could be eliminated. He also predicted a market crash and potential depression.
He predicts that drastic economic changes are inevitable yet requests people to get ready for the worst-case scenario as he acknowledges the significant human impact. While acknowledging the widespread workforce effects of these cuts, he maintains that such actions need to be carried out to tackle fundamental problems.
Ongoing Layoffs and Uncertainty
The current employee layoff count for different business sectors reached 60,000 individuals as of April 1, 2025. Kiyosaki emphasizes that the current layoffs signify a larger employee reduction process that has not finished. He describes the budget cuts as tough but crucial for solving enduring economic and political challenges in the US government.
While Kiyosaki sympathizes with the workers affected, he supports the actions taken by Trump and Musk. “Something had to be done,” he asserts, recognizing the need for radical changes to fix what he sees as a corrupt system. His statement reflects that while painful, these measures are necessary to start solving the larger issues plaguing the US economy.
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Looking forward, Kiyosaki remains uncertain whether these cuts will have the desired effect. He questions, “Will the cuts be enough?” and doubts whether they will single-handedly resolve the challenges facing the US dollar. Kiyosaki remains invested in gold, silver, and Bitcoin, considering them to be more secure financial options than traditional financial systems.
Kiyosaki’s approach to financial security remains firm. He is convinced that the current economic system is failing and, as a result, continues to build his wealth through assets that he trusts. His message to others is clear: protect your wealth and be prepared for ongoing uncertainty.
