Elon Musk just handed back his White House badge, but don’t expect the Department of Government Efficiency to fade quietly. The tech titan, known for shaking things up, announced Friday he’s stepping down as a special government employee. His brainchild, DOGE, is already sniffing out billions in government waste.
The Daily Wire reported that Musk, alongside President Donald Trump, revealed his departure in an Oval Office press conference, marking the end of his stint leading DOGE. The department, aimed at slashing federal spending, projects savings of over $160 billion for fiscal year 2025 to 2026.
Musk insists this is just the start, with DOGE’s influence set to grow. “This is not the end of DOGE, but really the beginning,” Musk declared.
Bold words, but the numbers back him up—$160 billion and climbing, he says. For a government drowning in red ink, that’s a lifeline conservatives can cheer.
The DOGE team, under Musk’s guidance, exposed jaw-dropping waste, like $100 million in DEI contracts at the Department of Education.
Nearly $59 million went to hotel rooms for unauthorized migrants in New York City, and $20 million funded an “Arab Sesame Street.” Big Bird’s budget needed trimming.
Musk’s waste-hunting didn’t win him friends on the Left. Democrats in Washington slammed his efforts, while leftist activists targeted Tesla, vandalizing vehicles and threatening dealerships. Actions have consequences, and Musk’s push for efficiency stirred a hornet’s nest.
“It is permeating throughout the government,” Musk said of DOGE’s impact. He’s betting on a trillion dollars in waste reduction over time. That’s ambitious, but when has Musk ever aimed small?
Trump, never shy with compliments, called Musk “one of the greatest business leaders and innovators” during the press conference.
He even gifted Musk a golden key, a symbolic nod to his contributions. For a president who loves bold gestures, it was a fitting tribute.
Musk, however, grew frustrated by roadblocks in cutting waste. Last week, he signaled a shift, vowing to focus on Tesla, SpaceX, and his dream of colonizing Mars. Earthly bureaucracy, it seems, can’t match the allure of the red planet.
“I think I’ve done enough,” Musk said about his political spending, which he plans to scale back. He’s not ruling out future campaign cash, but for now, he sees no reason. Smart move—why fund fights when the system resists change?
Despite stepping back, Musk will remain an adviser to Trump, ensuring DOGE stays on track. “The DOGE team is doing an incredible job,” he said, promising to keep visiting the White House. His influence isn’t vanishing; it’s just shifting gears.
Musk’s recent X post revealed his broader vision: boosting GDP through innovation like humanoid robots. “Accelerating GDP growth is essential,” he wrote. It’s classic Musk—tackling government waste while eyeing a sci-fi future.
The Left’s outrage over Musk’s role ignored the real issue: a bloated federal budget. While they clutch pearls over his tweets, DOGE uncovered $8 million spent on gender experiments for mice. Maybe it’s time to prioritize taxpayers over rodents.
Trump’s praise and Musk’s golden key underscore DOGE’s early success, but challenges remain. Bureaucratic inertia and political sniping won’t vanish overnight. Still, conservatives can take heart—someone’s finally calling out the waste.
Musk’s departure isn’t a retreat but a pivot to bigger battles. His advisory role keeps him in the game, guiding DOGE toward that trillion-dollar goal. The man who built rockets doesn’t quit easily.
