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Elon Musk is leaving his role as a special government employee in the Trump administration, as confirmed by a White House official. His departure comes after he reached the end of his scheduled appointment, which was limited to 130 days. Musk's off-boarding process began on Wednesday night (May 28), according to the official.
Musk expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for the opportunity to work on reducing government waste through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). In a post on X, Musk stated, "As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending." He also mentioned that the mission of DOGE "will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government."
The news of Musk's departure follows his disagreement with the Trump administration over a proposed tax bill. While the details of the disagreement remain unclear, it highlights the challenges faced by high-profile figures working within government roles. As this is a developing story, further updates are expected.