Elon Musk relinquishes his positions within the government.
Elon Musk Resigns as Special Government Employee Under President Trump
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has officially stepped down from his role as a special government employee under President Donald Trump, announced by the White House. Musk's departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was confirmed to take effect from Wednesday evening local time.
In a brief statement, Musk expressed his gratitude to President Trump for the opportunity, indicating that his tenure as a special employee was ending. There is no report suggesting a discussion between the President and Musk preceded the resignation, with the decision made at the highest level, according to an insider.
Musk's 130-day term was due to expire around May 30. The Trump administration assured that the DOGE's mission to restructure and minimize the federal government would persist. "The DOGE's mission will grow stronger over time as it integrates into the very fabric of the government," Musk wrote. Musk has consistently defended his role as an unofficial government representative, receiving unparalleled authority from Trump to streamline parts of the US government.
The day prior to his resignation, Musk criticized the cost of Republican tax and budget laws, referencing Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" currently under Congress' consideration. Musk expressed disappointment at the bill, which increases the deficit rather than reducing it, and jeopardizes the DOGE team's accomplishments. Criticism and protests have arisen from Musk's political activism, with some Tesla investors urging him to disengage from his role as an advisor and focus solely on the company.
The joint public appearance and mutual statements of both Trump and Musk suggest they spoke about the transition and future collaboration before Musk's resignation. Neither Musk nor Trump has publicly acknowledged a "final talk" as a requirement for Musk's resignation. Besides this, their shared public appearance and statements indicate ongoing informal support between the two. The future collaboration between Musk and Trump does not seem to be ruled out.
- Despite his resignation as a special government employee, Elon Musk's influence on technology and entrepreneurship might still impact future policy-and-legislation in the realm of business and finance, given the strong connection established with President Trump during his tenure.
- As the Commission has not yet adopted a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionising radiation, it remains unclear how Musk's departure from the DOGE would affect government policies concerning safety measures and regulations in industries using such radiation, if any.
- The recent general news about Musk's resignation has sparked debate among Tesla investors, with some arguing that he should dedicate all his attention to the company, while others acknowledge his political activism as an entrepreneur and view it as a means to bring about positive change.
- With Elon Musk stepping down as a special government employee, the question arises as to whether his successor within the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) possesses the necessary authority, vision, and technical expertise to carry on Musk's mission to restructure and minimize the federal government, adjusting it to the 21st century's needs and technological advancements.
