Elon Musk has officially exited Washington. After just over three headline-dominating months serving in Donald Trump’s Cabinet and leading the Department of Government Efficiency—cheekily dubbed $DOGE —the tech titan is stepping back to refocus on his empire at Tesla.$TRUMP
This marks the end of one of the most surreal chapters in both political and financial history.
Musk’s Exit: The Final Bow
At a Cabinet meeting on April 30, Musk made his farewell official—thanking Trump, praising the administration’s “record-breaking” first 100 days, and declaring that his attention would now shift “almost entirely” back to Tesla.
“It’s been an honor to work with your incredible Cabinet,” he said. “Thank you to everyone.”
Musk has always had a flair for the dramatic, and this exit was no exception. His return to Tesla signals that the $DOGE era—however strange, entertaining, and controversial—is effectively over.
DOGE’s Promises vs. Reality
Musk originally pledged $2 trillion in government savings through DOGE. The actual result? $160 billion, according to Elon himself. Impressive, but well short of expectations.
Trump initially cited $150 billion, but Elon corrected him with a grin: “$160 billion, but who’s counting?”
Yet not everyone is convinced DOGE was a net win. Reports suggest disruptions from Musk’s reforms could cost the government up to $135 billion this year, casting a shadow over the program’s success.
A Political Curtain Call
Despite the mixed numbers, Musk received a warm goodbye. Trump thanked him personally, praising his “sacrifice” and inviting him to stay as long as he wanted.
Musk’s sharp-witted response? “Well, they like to burn my cars, which is not great,” referencing recent vandalism targeting Teslas amid political tension.
As the Cabinet clapped, it was clear: Musk may be leaving Washington, but his influence lingers.
Back to Tesla—and the Markets Take Note
During Tesla’s latest earnings call, Musk hinted at what was to come: “I’ll continue helping as long as it’s useful—but the heavy lifting is done.” Starting May, he confirmed, most of his time would be redirected to Tesla’s future.
And for investors, that’s a crucial shift. Musk’s market-moving power is stronger when he’s fully focused. Whether it’s innovating electric vehicles or stirring up the crypto space, a Musk laser-focused on Tesla could mean big things ahead.
Final Thoughts
Elon Musk’s departure from DOGE may be the end of a political experiment—but it’s just the beginning of his next chapter in tech and finance. For Tesla bulls, crypto believers, and market watchers alike, one thing remains certain:
When Elon Musk moves, the world watches.