US

Elon Musk leaving cost-cutting role in Donald Trump’s administration

Billionaire’s work in Department of Government Efficiency upended federal agencies but failed to deliver huge savings he had sought

Elon Musk holds a chainsaw during the 2025 Conservative Political Action Conference. He has left his role at the Department of Government Efficiency. Photograph: Eric Lee/The New York Times
Elon Musk holds a chainsaw during the 2025 Conservative Political Action Conference. He has left his role at the Department of Government Efficiency. Photograph: Eric Lee/The New York Times
Thu May 29 2025 - 07:25

  • Join The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to date

  • Sign up for push alerts to get the best breaking news, analysis and comment delivered directly to your phone

  • Listen to In The News podcast daily for a deep dive on the stories that matter