Elon Musk has announced his intention to reduce involvement with the fictional “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), a Trump administration initiative meant to streamline bureaucracy.

Axar.az, citing BBC, reports that the move comes as Tesla suffers financially, with a 71% profit plunge amid global protests tied to Musk’s political engagements.

While Musk’s role as a “special government employee” (SGE) permits limited government workdays per year, there's confusion about how many days he has already served and whether he’s adhering to ethics rules. Critics argue the Trump administration is stretching the boundaries of the SGE role.

Tesla’s financial drop, driven by public backlash, has pressured Musk to refocus on his company.

Though Trump praised Musk’s patriotism and said he hopes to keep him on board, Musk confirmed he'll be spending “far more time” on Tesla moving forward.

The future of DOGE remains uncertain, with a deadline of July 4, 2026, for its dissolution — a symbolic nod to American independence.