As Elon Musk plans to leave his DOGE role, the Cabinet applauds him
Elon Musk Receives Round of Applause from Trump’s Cabinet as He Prepares to Exit Role at DOGE
In a surprising turn of events, Elon Musk received a round of applause from President Donald Trump’s Cabinet as he prepares for a planned exit from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). During a recent Cabinet meeting, Trump expressed his gratitude to Musk, stating, “You have been treated unfairly. But, the vast majority of people in this country really respect and appreciate you. And this whole room can say that very strongly. It’s really been a tremendous help. You opened up a lot of eyes as to what could be done. And we just want to thank you very much.”
Trump went on to extend an invitation to Musk to stay as long as he wants, acknowledging that at some point, Musk may want to return to his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, as well as his family. The tech billionaire has been leading teams at DOGE since the beginning of the administration in January, focusing on identifying government overspending, fraud, and mismanagement. His efforts have garnered praise from Trump and his administration.
Musk, who serves as a “special government employee,” a role created by Congress in 1962 for temporary initiatives, is set to complete his 130-day tenure on May 30. White House chief of staff Susie Wiles confirmed that Musk is no longer physically working from the White House but continues to engage remotely in his role at DOGE.
During the Cabinet meeting, Musk highlighted the $160 billion in savings that DOGE has achieved through its efforts to trim government spending. He commended the administration for its accomplishments in the first hundred days, emphasizing that it could be the greatest administration since the founding of the country.
DOGE, a temporary organization aimed at streamlining the federal government, is set to dissolve on July 4, 2026, as per Trump’s executive order. Musk and Trump had previously indicated that Musk’s role at DOGE was temporary and would come to an end in the near future.
Despite facing protests and attacks on Tesla vehicles, Musk remains dedicated to his work at DOGE. As he prepares to depart from his role, Musk’s contributions to government efficiency and fiscal responsibility are recognized and appreciated by Trump’s Cabinet.
In conclusion, Musk’s tenure at DOGE has been marked by significant achievements in government efficiency, and his departure will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the administration’s efforts to streamline operations and reduce wasteful spending. We can only hope that his legacy of innovation and dedication will continue to inspire future leaders in their quest for a more efficient and effective government.
