Elon Musk Claims DOGE Saves $160 Billion Amid Planned Departure

Elon Musk, serving as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President Trump, announced that his initiatives to streamline federal operations have saved $160 billion, a figure significantly lower than his original ambitious projections. Musk, who was praised by Trump and his Cabinet for his efforts to cut government spending and reduce workforce size, noted that these savings were achieved through measures like workforce reductions and contract terminations. Despite falling short of the initial $1 trillion goal, Musk and the administration highlighted the unprecedented nature of these achievements within the first 100 days. As his special government employee status nears its end, Musk plans to scale back his involvement to a day or two per week starting in May, with his team continuing DOGE operations from the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Trump publicly thanked Musk for his sacrifices and contributions, inviting him to stay on as long as he wished and acknowledging the public support Musk has received despite facing some criticism and vandalism. Musk’s departure marks the end of a high-profile, though temporary, effort to reform federal efficiency.