Elon Musk has concluded his tenure as a special government employee in President Donald Trump's administration, stepping down from his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk's departure follows the completion of his 130-day term and his public criticism of the administration's recent tax-and-spending legislation, which he argued undermines DOGE's objectives by increasing the federal deficit.

During his time with DOGE, Musk aimed to reduce federal spending and bureaucracy, initially targeting $2 trillion in savings. However, the projected savings were later adjusted to $150 billion by 2026 . Despite these efforts, Musk faced challenges, including internal resistance and public scrutiny over his methods and the impact on his business ventures, notably Tesla, which experienced declining sales during his government service.

In his farewell message on social media platform X, Musk expressed gratitude to President Trump for the opportunity and affirmed his belief in DOGE's mission, stating it "will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government".

Musk's exit marks the end of a contentious chapter in the Trump administration, highlighting the complexities of integrating private sector leaders into public service roles and the challenges of implementing significant governmental reforms.