Elon Musk Departs Trump Administration Amid Fiscal Policy Disagreements


Elon Musk Departs Trump Administration Amid Fiscal Policy Disagreements
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...