> It's the wrong way since there is no independent entity monitoring these programs for efficiency.

Which programs do you mean? There are many watchdog agencies in and outside government, including the press, and including right here right now.

> Government officials by and large don't care how much they spend and don't question when stuff like this happens

A broad statement, but what is it based on? There are honest and dishonest people in government, just like the people on my block.