Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and founder of SpaceX, may be considering leaving his post in the U.S. government, after facing a steady wave of criticism and attacks from the left. According to reports from The Washington Post, the tycoon has expressed frustration with the ethically questionable attacks he has received during his time at the helm of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The possibility of Musk leaving Donald Trump’s administration has generated speculation, while his influence in the government seems to have diminished over time.
Why is Musk considering leaving his government post?
According to sources close to Musk, the entrepreneur feels exhausted by the constant political pressure he has faced since assuming his role in DOGE. It has been noted that Musk is especially affected by what he perceives as unfair and aggressive attacks coming from left-wing political figures. These attacks have not only affected his personal well-being but have also begun to influence his performance within government.
Musk’s focus on cutting red tape and government costs has not been well received by some political quarters, and criticism has grown both inside and outside the administration. Even though his status as a «special government employee» is set to expire at the end of the month, it’s unclear when Musk will make the final decision to step down.
The fall of Musk’s influence within the government
Musk’s influence in government appears to be waning as disagreements with other cabinet members unfold. Recently, it was reported that Scott Bessent, the Treasury secretary, expressed his discomfort over Musk’s imposition on the choice of IRS commissioner, suggesting that Musk did not coordinate his decisions with him.
These types of tensions have led to conflicts within the cabinet, which has further fueled rumors about Musk’s future departure. Other officials have criticized his management style and lack of coordination on cost-cutting measures, which has led to friction between Musk and his colleagues.
What impact would Musk’s departure have on Tesla and the government?
Various analysts, such as Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities, have suggested that Musk should retire from his government post and refocus his efforts on Tesla. Ives noted that the company is facing a «critical crisis» due to a loss of consumer confidence, something he believes has been exacerbated by Musk’s association with the Trump administration and his involvement in controversial policies.
For many, Musk remains Tesla’s central figure, and his departure from DOGE could allow him to regain his focus and leadership at the company, something Ives says is crucial to the company’s financial health. Despite the tensions, Musk has made significant inroads at Tesla and SpaceX, with many seeing his efforts in politics as having diverted his attention from his most influential companies.