Elon Musk's Honest Take on His Government Job

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently shared his thoughts on his brief stint leading a government efficiency program called Doge. During a conversation with Katie Miller, a prominent conservative figure, Musk admitted that the program was only "somewhat successful" and expressed regret over taking on the role.

The Doge Program: A Controversial Endeavor

The Doge program was intended to streamline government operations by cutting jobs and reducing costs. However, it sparked significant backlash. Over 200,000 federal workers lost their jobs, and approximately 75,000 accepted buyouts. While Musk's team claimed billions in savings, independent experts could not verify these figures. The actual savings fell short of the promises made by Musk and former President Donald Trump.

Musk's Regret and the Fallout

Musk eventually stepped back from the program, which was later quietly shut down. In the podcast, he admitted that he would have been better off focusing on his companies. He also mentioned that his involvement in Doge led to vandalism at Tesla dealerships.

Political Controversy and Musk's Reflection

The Doge program faced criticism for targeting liberal initiatives, including refugee services and transgender rights. Despite the controversy, Musk stated he wasn't overly disappointed with his time in government. He joked that he wasn't "super illusioned" from the start.

A Lesson Learned

Musk made it clear that he would not repeat the experience. When asked if he would take on a similar role again, he responded, "No, I don't think so. Knowing what I know now." It's a candid reflection from a man known for tackling ambitious challenges.