Trump Threatens to Turn DOGE Against Former Chief Elon Musk
President Donald Trump criticized Elon Musk, suggesting that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) should scrutinize Musk's companies. Trump claimed Musk benefits from substantial government subsidies, stating, "Elon may get more subsidy than any human being in history." This marks a shift in their previously collaborative relationship, as DOGE was launched in 2025 to reform federal systems. Trump threatened to cut Musk's subsidies over a proposed bill that could increase U.S. debt by $3 trillion. Musk has distanced himself from Trump, criticizing the legislation and advocating for debt ceiling measures to curb government waste. Despite benefiting from federal contracts and incentives, Musk's companies are viewed as strategically important. Trump's financial ties to the crypto sector remain, with ongoing involvement in various crypto ventures.
