Musk Bids Farewell to Trump's DOGE Initiative Amid Unmet Goals

Jun 03, 2025
TIME
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Summary

Elon Musk's brief but tumultuous stint in the Trump Administration as head of the cost-cutting DOGE agency ended, leaving behind a controversial legacy of sweeping cuts and layoffs amidst unmet savings goals, legal challenges, and clashes with officials.

Key Points

  • Elon Musk is leaving his temporary role in the Trump administration after leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for 3 months
  • DOGE aimed to cut government waste and fraud, but fell short of Musk's initial goal of $1 trillion in savings
  • While Musk is departing, the White House says DOGE's efforts will continue under new leadership

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