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Elon Musk’s 130-Day Tenure in the Trump Administration: A Comprehensive Analysis
Elon Musk's departure from the Trump administration after a 130-day tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) marks a significant moment in the intersection of technology, governance, and policy. Appointed as a "special government employee," Musk's role was to spearhead efforts to streamline federal operations and reduce government spending. His tenure was characterized by aggressive cost-cutting measures, high-profile public appearances, and controversial policy decisions.
Trump, Musk, and the Limits of Executive Power: Legal and Policy Implications of Musk’s White House Exit
The Limits of Executive Power: On 28 May 2025, Elon Musk announced his departure as a special advisor on government efficiency from the Trump White House, a role colloquially dubbed “Doge,” after publicly criticizing the administration’s flagship tax-and-spending legislation, officially known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This U-turn—following a year in which Musk invested over $200 million in Trump’s 2024 campaign and wielded influence across social media—raises profound questions about the boundaries of advisory roles within the executive branch, the interplay between private sector loyalties and public service, and the robustness of legal checks on emergency executive authority.