Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur-turned-government reformer, has stepped away from his role as a top adviser to President Donald Trump. Announced on Wednesday evening, his departure brings a close to a bold but turbulent effort to shrink and reshape the federal bureaucracy through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). For conservatives who champion smaller government, Musk’s exit stirs a pang of regret—he was a rare outsider willing to take on Washington’s bloated establishment. Yet, his time in office leaves behind a legacy of ambition and a hopeful path forward, reflecting the resilience of conservative ideals even in the face of steep challenges.
As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending.
The @DOGE mission…
