“I would say Elon will stay for a certain period of time, and then he’s going to want to get back to his businesses full-time, but he’s done a fantastic job,” Trump said. “We’re in no rush, but there will be a point at which time Elon is going to have to leave.”
According to an executive order, which Trump signed on his first day in office, DOGE will operate until July 4, 2026. It is possible that Musk leaves the department in an official capacity before that date, but continues to advise the president on necessary actions.
Trump said DOGE will continue to operate after Musk’s tenure ends, but said he wants Musk to stay with the department as long as he can.
“I want Elon to stay as long as possible,” Trump said. “There will be a point when he’s going to have to leave, and when he does, the secretaries will take totally over, and DOGE will stay…
