President Donald Trump has reportedly informed his closest advisers and members of his Cabinet that Elon Musk will soon step away from his role as a senior figure in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), according to Politico. The announcement follows weeks of speculation over Musk's increasingly controversial position and his influence within the Trump administration.
Although the president remains publicly supportive of Musk, the decision was made jointly between the two men, sources told Politico. Trump is said to have praised Musk's work to slash bureaucracy and cut government costs, calling him 'a patriot' and 'a friend of mine'. But internal concerns about Musk's erratic behaviour and political impact have prompted plans for a transition.
