UPDATE: Billionaire Elon Musk has opened up about his challenges while leading the controversial **Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)** under former President **Donald Trump**, stating that he would not take on such a role again. In a candid interview on the **Katie Miller Podcast**, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO revealed that his efforts to reform the U.S. government were only “somewhat successful.”
Musk’s remarks come as he reflects on his tenure at DOGE, which he left earlier this spring before its official dissolution last month. He admitted that his work with the agency impacted his companies, saying, “If I hadn’t worked on that, people wouldn’t have been burning cars,” referencing the protests against Tesla during his government involvement.
During the podcast, Musk explained the difficulty in rapidly transforming federal operations, highlighting that DOGE was able to save an estimated **$200 billion** annually by eliminating “zombie payments” through better automation and coding. However, this figure is a fraction of his previous ambitious claims that efficiencies could lead to savings in the trillions.
Musk’s candidness about his regrets marks a significant moment in his career. He stated emphatically, “I think not. Instead of working on DOGE, I would have focused on my companies.” This revelation underscores the ongoing debate about the effectiveness of government initiatives and the role of private sector leaders in public service.
The conversation with Miller, a former DOGE spokesperson, did not delve deeply into the internal workings of the agency or Musk’s controversial approach to managing federal agencies. However, it raises pressing questions about the influence of private sector leaders on government efficiency and accountability.
As tensions continue to rise around Musk’s leadership and the impact of his decisions, this interview is likely to resonate with both supporters and critics alike. The fallout from his time at DOGE may influence public perception and corporate governance in the tech industry for years to come.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the implications of Musk’s comments unfold in public and political discourse.
