Elon Musk no longer working on DOGE efforts from White House: report
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has begun transitioning from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), as he no longer works from the White House but continues to contribute remotely. Appointed as an unpaid special government employee, Musk focused on reducing the deficit by a trillion dollars, a goal he claims is nearly achieved. Despite his reduced physical presence, the White House maintains that Musk's remote involvement is just as effective. Musk has stated his intention to dedicate more time to Tesla in the coming months. The DOGE team remains active, with Musk's leadership still influencing its operations from a distance.
Elon Musk has transitioned from working at the White House to focusing on remote contributions to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), as part of his planned shift back to dedicating more time to Tesla.
As an unpaid special government employee, Musk was instrumental in efforts aimed at reducing the government deficit by a trillion dollars, a target he believes is close to being met.
The White House has confirmed that Musk's remote work arrangement does not hinder the progress of DOGE's objectives, with phone communications effectively replacing in-person meetings.
Despite stepping back from a direct role, Musk continues to be involved with DOGE's operations, ensuring that his influence remains strong within the agency.
Musk's efforts at DOGE have highlighted significant instances of wasteful government spending, contributing to a broader understanding of fiscal inefficiencies.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles emphasized that Musk's remote participation still yields the same outcomes, underscoring the adaptability of modern governmental operations.
Musk's team continues to operate from the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, maintaining momentum on initiatives started under Musk's leadership.