On 23 April 2025, Elon Musk announced he would scale back his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a move that expects to jumpstart and reshape Tesla's future. After months of splitting his time between Washington and his sprawling business empire, Musk's decision to refocus on Tesla comes at a critical juncture.
The electric vehicle giant is grappling with a 71% profit plunge, a 44% stock slide, and a tarnished brand image tied to Musk's polarising political involvement. This pivot could be Tesla's salvation or a high-stakes gamble that leaves it vulnerable.
