BREAKING: Billionaire Elon Musk has expressed deep regret over his involvement with the Trump Administration’s informal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), stating it was only “somewhat successful.” In a recent interview with conservative influencer Katie Miller, Musk revealed that he would not repeat the experience, emphasizing the toll it took on his companies, including Tesla and SpaceX.
Musk admitted that his role in DOGE, which officially disbanded last month, led to significant backlash, including public protests against Tesla. He stated, “If I hadn’t worked on that, people wouldn’t have been burning cars,” highlighting the intense scrutiny he faced during that period.
The interview, featured on the “Katie Miller Podcast,” marks Musk’s first detailed reflection on his governmental involvement. He acknowledged the challenges of quickly reforming federal operations and lamented the impact on his businesses. Musk indicated that, instead of focusing on DOGE, he would have preferred to concentrate on his companies.
Despite the controversial nature of DOGE, Musk claimed it managed to save the government up to $200 billion annually by eliminating what he termed “zombie payments,” advocating for better automation and coding in federal disbursements. However, this figure falls short of his initial ambition for the agency, which he believed could generate savings in the trillions.
Musk’s comments come amid ongoing discussions about the effectiveness of governmental efficiency initiatives and their broader implications for taxpayers and public trust. As his companies face continued scrutiny, the fallout from his time in DOGE remains a focal point of public interest.
What’s next for Musk? With his focus shifting back to Tesla and SpaceX, observers are keen to see how these revelations will influence public perception and the future of his ventures.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
