Elon Musk on DOGE & New Business Focus
Elon Musk is making headlines, criticizing Trump’s spending policies, and defending his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). In a shift of focus, Musk expressed his disappointment, stating the spending bill undermines DOGE’s work and aims to improve federal computer systems. The SpaceX Starship launch, coupled with plans for a Mars mission, remains a top priority for the tech mogul. His stance on DOGE has become a key point, as Musk believes the agency is unfairly blamed. While Musk’s relationship with Trump evolves, he is prioritizing the reduction of the federal deficit with DOGE. As reported by News Directory 3,Musk’s focus remains on these crucial projects. Discover what’s next for Musk and his diverse portfolio.
Musk Slams trump’s Spending, Defends DOGE amidst SpaceX Starship Launch
Updated May 28, 2025
Elon Musk has publicly criticized President Donald Trump’s spending policies, arguing they undermine the work of his Department of government Efficiency (DOGE). The tech billionaire made the remarks during an interview, while also reaffirming his commitment to SpaceX and its mission to reach Mars. Musk’s DOGE has faced scrutiny, becoming a “whipping boy” according to Musk, who now aims to improve federal computer systems.
Musk stated that the “one Big, Stunning bill” championed by Trump increases the federal deficit, negating DOGE’s cost-cutting efforts.He expressed disappointment with the bill, telling CBS News it “undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing.”
The SpaceX founder defended DOGE, stating it had become a scapegoat. “DOGE is just becoming the whipping boy for everything,” Musk told The Washington Post. He added that the agency was unfairly blamed for unrelated issues.
Musk also addressed his evolving relationship with Trump.While initially a close ally, Musk has reduced his political presence. Susie Wiles, Trump’s Chief of Staff, confirmed Musk no longer works from the White House.
Despite the shift, Musk said his work is not complete. He plans to focus on improving the federal bureaucracy’s computer systems, citing numerous situations where “the computers are so broken.”
The criticism and DOGE’s cuts have had consequences. Tesla’s share prices plunged, and arson attacks occurred.”People were burning Teslas,” Musk said.
Musk was in Texas for a Starship test flight. The rocket broke apart upon returning to Earth. He reiterated his focus on returning astronauts to the moon and sending people to Mars,emphasizing his “maniacal sense of urgency” to reach the Red Planet.
“DOGE is just becoming the whipping boy for everything,” Musk said.
“I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit, not just decreases it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing,” he told CBS News.
What’s next
Musk will likely continue to balance his focus between SpaceX’s ambitious goals and his efforts to streamline government operations through DOGE, all while navigating the political landscape.