**Elon Musk has resigned from his role in Donald Trump’s administration after five months as co-lead of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Tasked with cutting federal spending, Musk faced backlash for mass layoffs and bypassing transparency rules. Though Trump initially praised him, tensions grew after Musk criticized excessive government spending, particularly Trump’s support for a $3.8 trillion deficit-expanding bill. Musk confirmed his exit on X, thanking Trump but hinting at disagreements, while a reposted tweet claimed his departure was due to his 130-day term limit.**
**Musk admitted frustration with federal bureaucracy, calling it worse than expected. In a CBS interview, he condemned the spending bill, joking that legislation can’t be “big and beautiful.” He also dismissed claims that DOGE was being unfairly blamed for broader government issues. The departure marks the end of a short-lived but controversial partnership between Musk and Trump, highlighting clashes over fiscal policy and government reform.**
