Elon Musk received a warm send-off from President Donald Trump’s Cabinet this week as he prepares to step back from his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a key initiative in the administration’s efforts to reduce federal spending and streamline bureaucracy.
During a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Musk donned two caps—a red “Gulf of America” hat over a black DOGE cap—drawing attention and a lighthearted remark from President Trump, who noted that only Musk could pull off such a look.
Musk’s tenure at DOGE has been marked by ambitious goals and significant controversy. He claimed that the department had achieved approximately $160 billion in annual savings toward a $1 trillion target. However, experts have questioned the accuracy of these figures, citing that real-time federal expenditures have increased and that severance costs from layoffs may have actually raised the deficit.
Despite the challenges, Musk defended the agency’s performance, stating it had made progress, though not as much as desired. He emphasized DOGE’s mission to eliminate fraudulent and wasteful spending and suggested that the organization could gain momentum even as it operates as a largely volunteer-based initiative.
As Musk prepares to scale back his leadership role, he confirmed reducing his involvement with DOGE from daily to weekly and emphasized his plans to focus more on Tesla, though he remains involved in government work part-time.
President Trump praised Musk’s contributions and resilience amid criticism, acknowledging the tech billionaire’s challenges and contributions despite falling short of the $2 trillion government savings goal.
Musk’s departure marks a significant transition for DOGE, which was introduced as part of Trump’s broader “Save America” movement. The department’s mission is to dismantle complex government structures and cut excessive regulations, with efforts timed to culminate on July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
As DOGE continues its work, Musk’s influence and the department’s future effectiveness remain topics of national interest.
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