Elon Musk to Step Down from U.S. Government Role

International Desk

Billionaire and prominent figure Elon Musk is set to step down from his role in the U.S. federal government within the next few weeks, according to reports. American President Donald Trump has informed cabinet members and close associates of this decision. The U.S. media outlet Politico has also reported the news.

Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, was appointed by Trump to lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). While not a direct part of the government, the department was responsible for reducing federal spending.

Trump assumed office last January and implemented several major decisions based on Musk’s advice. These included shutting down the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and forcing millions of government employees into early retirement, sparking widespread controversy. Discussions on these decisions continue worldwide.

According to three anonymous sources familiar with the matter, Musk will now return to his business ventures while still playing a role in assisting the government.

Trump was reportedly satisfied with Musk’s work, but both recently agreed that it was time for Musk to step down.

Neither Musk nor the White House has commented on the matter, but reports strongly suggest that Musk’s departure from his government role is imminent.