Despite DOGE's work facing criticism and lawsuits, Musk has continued to defend its mission. He has said he plans to reduce the time he spends on DOGE and dedicate more energy to his companies, as Tesla's profits have plunged more than 70 percent since the start of the year.

Elon Musk announced his departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), stating that his companies require his attention. He compared DOGE's enduring nature to Buddhism, suggesting it will thrive even without his direct involvement.

Elon Musk recently said he'd take a step back at DOGE to focus more on Tesla, which reported disappointing Q1 earnings amid several difficult months.