DOGE-Father Role Over? Elon Musk Hits Pause on Washington Ties
Elon Musk appears to be stepping down from his unofficial role as the “DOGE-father” — a title he earned for championing the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Known for his bold vision and influence, the Tesla and SpaceX CEO is now reportedly pulling back to refocus on his companies and scale down his presence in Washington policymaking.
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This move comes after several public remarks in which the DOGE-father openly criticized President Trump’s new spending package. The controversial “big, beautiful bill,” which cleared the House and awaits Senate approval, includes substantial tax cuts and a surge in defense spending. However, the DOGE-father voiced concern over the projected $3.8 trillion deficit increase it may trigger, as estimated by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO).
During an appearance on CBS Sunday Morning, Musk — still referred to by some in D.C. circles as the DOGE-father — expressed his frustration:
“I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing.”
He added with characteristic wit, “I think a bill can be big or it can be beautiful, but I don’t know if it can be both.”
Musk didn’t provide a specific date, but confirmed during a recent Tesla earnings call that he would begin reducing his involvement with DOGE starting in May.
The DOGE-father’s departure may reflect deeper tensions between pro-efficiency voices and the Trump administration’s current fiscal direction. Once considered a key player in shaping government reform through DOGE, Musk’s exit could undercut the initiative’s momentum just as national debates around budget responsibility heat up.
Still admired by many as the DOGE-father who brought tech-world energy into federal reform efforts, Musk is now expected to channel his full attention into Tesla’s global electric vehicle expansion and SpaceX’s Mars-focused missions — potentially marking a new chapter in the complex relationship between Silicon Valley and the political establishment.
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