Elon Musk Resigns DOGE Head, Refocuses on Tesla, X After Data Center Failure

Elon Musk has officially resigned from his government role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to focus fully on his private ventures, including Tesla, X, and SpaceX, following operational challenges such as a data center fire at X. Despite stepping back from formal government duties, Musk continues to maintain influence, engaging with Republican lawmakers on issues like AI and remaining a trusted GOP advisor. Musk indicated that he will dedicate more time to Tesla, asserting his commitment to remain CEO for the next five years unless he dies, even as Tesla faces sales declines in Europe and challenges in the electric vehicle market. While Tesla's sales have struggled, Musk claims the downturn has already turned around and emphasizes strong performance outside Europe. His departure from DOGE ends a tenure credited with saving taxpayers $150 billion through aggressive cost-cutting, though it underscores the tension between his corporate and political roles. Musk's ongoing involvement in political and business spheres reflects his complex position as both a public figure and a private sector leader.