Elon Musk's political margin may be related to his unpredictability, as the allies of Donald Trump complain. The president and the billionaire were to decide that the second would return to their primary occupation, that is, the management of their companies.
The fact is that Musk's task at DOGE was limited in time from the very beginning. However, the timetable for the completion of the work of this body was scheduled for 4 July 2026. Apparently, for much of the present administration, Elon Musk poses besides much political risk.
“The government has been gutted”
According to POLITICO Musk is likely to resign as advisor in late May or early June. Then the 130-day period after his appointment ends, during which Musk has the position of a "special government employee".
According to POLITICO Trump announced the departure of an entrepreneur born in South Africa at a cabinet gathering on March 24. He then publically praised Musk as a “patriot” and “friend”, despite all interior criticism of his actions.
Spokeswoman Donald Trump Karolina Leavitt referred to POLITICO reports on Musk and referred to it as “broadcast”, although it clearly did not deny the information provided by journalists.
"Elon Musk and president Trump publically stated that Elon would leave public service as a peculiar government worker after finishing his amazing work at DOGE," wrote Leavitt on platform X.
Musk made the Leavitt entry available, writing briefly: “Yes, it is fake news”.
Following the triumph in the election, the president of the United States made Muska the head of the recently created improvement Authority — the Department of Government Efficiency, in short DOGE.
Musk was going to drastically reduce employment in the national administration and save billions. Indeed, he made cuts — and caused chaos. The government was gutted, and many officials lost their jobs.
Musk has focused on himself many times, including his commitment to Europe. Among others, he insulted German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and openly supported the far-right alternate organization for Germany (AfD). He besides repeatedly reproduced conspiracy theories about political opponents.
According to media reports, anxiety yet besides snuck into Trump's camp. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was expected to have a large fight with Musk.. Trump had to intervene and mediate.
Tesla actions up
It is unclear precisely how much and in what relation Musk will stay in Trump's orbit. POLITICO, citing 1 of its sources in the President's camp, claims that Musk will most likely hold an informal function as advisor and will proceed to be occasionally seen in the White House. According to another source, anyone who believes that Musk will completely vanish from Trump's ellipse is “deluded”.
In any case, Tesla, who belonged to Elon Musk, seemingly suffered from the political engagement of a billionaire. The company's shares have lost quite a few value since he became an advisor to the president.. car sales decreased by 13 percent compared to the erstwhile year.
Romain Doucelin/NurPhoto via Getty Images / Contributor / Getty ImagesBurnt Tesla in Saint Chamond, France, March 31, 2025. Around the world, the controversy surrounding Elona Muska has led to acts of van demolition and billionaire car dealerships
Trying to save Tesla's image with Trump's support failed. Trump demonstrably bought Tesla on the White home lawn — hoping to aid a billionaire.
Following the announcement of Elon Musk's alleged withdrawal from politics, Tesla's stock shot up again. Clearly, therefore, if Musk is curious in the results of his company, he should focus on business again.
Reports of Musk's withdrawal happen only a fewer days after Trump's first political defeat since his re-election. In Wisconsin, Liberal candidate Susan Crawford won — despite the Musk led an intense run for her conservative rival, generously supporting him with money.
