Musk’s role with DOGE is as a “special government employee,” which can only last 130 days. Musk’s 130 days began on January 20, and would end by May 30.
The White House has not disclosed any clear timeline for closing down DOGE, and the government cost-cutting organization was never supposed to become a permanent fixture in Washington. DOGE was originally intended to operate until July 4, 2026.
What they’re saying:
“This ‘scoop’ is garbage,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt posted to X Wednesday. “Elon Musk and President Trump have both *publicly* stated that Elon will depart from public service as a special government employee when his incredible work at DOGE is complete.”
Leavitt was referencing a Politico article published Wednesday that reported that Trump told his inner circle that Musk would be stepping back in the coming weeks.
Musk and Trump have both said that Musk’s role was temporary.
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