In a surprising twist, Elon Musk admits his involvement with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was only 'somewhat successful,' and he wouldn't repeat the experience. During a candid interview with conservative influencer Katie Miller, the tech mogul reflected on his time leading President Donald Trump’s short-lived agency, which aimed to streamline federal operations. But here's where it gets controversial: while Musk defended the agency’s mission, he openly acknowledged the challenges of overhauling government systems—and the toll it took on his own businesses. 'We were somewhat successful,' he admitted, though he wistfully added, 'I would have focused on my companies instead.' And this is the part most people miss: Musk hinted that his DOGE work indirectly fueled consumer backlash against Tesla, quipping, 'They wouldn’t have been burning the cars.'
Despite the mixed results, Musk’s fortunes have soared since leaving the Trump administration. Tesla shareholders recently approved a staggering pay package that could make him the world’s first trillionaire. The interview, part of the Katie Miller Podcast, covered everything from DOGE’s legacy to Musk’s views on AI, social media, and even fashion. Notably, Miller—who previously worked as a DOGE spokeswoman—didn’t press Musk on the agency’s controversial takeover of federal systems or its abrupt closure. Musk claimed DOGE saved $200 billion annually in 'zombie payments,' though this falls short of his earlier trillion-dollar promises. Is Musk’s self-criticism a sign of humility, or does it reveal deeper flaws in his approach to government reform? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this debate is far from over.
