President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) had made a shocking discovery while praising Elon Musk‘s work under the agency.
The President was asked how long Musk would stay on board with the administration as a “special government employee,” and he responded, “Elon is fantastic. He’s a patriot.”
Trump added that Musk is allowed to stay “as long as he’d like,” while the commander-in-chief himself would prefer that he remain “as long as possible.”
“I like smart people, and he’s a smart person. I also like him, personally,” Trump commented.
“We’re in no rush. But there will be a point at which time Elon’s going to have to leave.”
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The President said DOGE’s work under Musk’s leadership is especially important, notably due to the recent discovery made earlier on Thursday.
“They found something today that is horrible. It is horrible,” Trump said.
“You will find out very soon. What they found is incredible.”
However, Trump did not reveal any further details about what they had found.
“Special government employees” like Musk are only allowed to work for the federal government for up to 130 days in a 365-day period, meaning the Tesla CEO’s time for the year would expire on May 30.
However, Trump floated the idea of appointing Musk to a more formal position, adding that “the secretaries” in his Cabinet are expected to take over the government efficiency effort once Musk departs.
“I’d keep him as long as I can keep him,” Trump said earlier this week, per Fox News.
“He’s a very talented guy. You know, I love very smart people. He’s very smart. And he’s done a good job.”
Trump’s remarks came after a false report from Politico claimed Musk would imminently leave the White House over frictions within the Trump team.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt later responded to the report, calling it “garbage” on social media.
“Elon Musk and President Trump have both publicly stated that Elon will depart from public service as a special government employee when his incredible work at DOGE is complete,” she said.
Trump confirmed that DOGE would remain in place until July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
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