WASHINGTON (TNND) — Elon Musk, the renowned billionaire, and tech mogul finds himself at the crux of a career shift, as his position as a government advisor might shortly expire. This development comes even amidst solid backing from President Donald Trump.

Challenges in the Capital

As the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Musk spearheaded the substantial reduction in the federal government—a move embraced by Republicans but contested by Democrats. According to President Trump, “I want Elon to stay as long as possible. Number one, I like him. Number two, he’s doing a great job, and number three, he is a patriot.” Trump’s confidence, however, contrasts with the murmurs emerging from political corridors, indicating Musk’s likely departure.

DOGE’s Controversial Legacy

Since the commencement of Trump’s presidency, DOGE has reportedly saved approximately $140 billion, although figures remain disputable. Bank of America has even labeled some of these claimed savings as “overstated.” Regardless of the controversy, President Trump assured continuity in DOGE’s mission, “DOGE will stay active, we have a lot of smart people,” ensuring that the work led by Musk won’t abruptly halt.

Musk as a “Liability”?

Furthermore, whispers within White House circles, as cited by Politico, have pronounced Musk a “liability.” This perspective comes in light of Tesla’s recent underperformance and Musk’s expensive political gambles in Wisconsin. Nevertheless, Musk dismisses such claims as “fake news,” underscoring his resilience in the face of criticism. According to KTUL, these allegations, however, have fueled talks about Musk’s potential role termination.

Beyond the White House

Irrespective of his official future with the government, Vice President JD Vance confirmed Musk would remain a valued friend and advisor. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that Musk’s departure, once his mission with DOGE concludes, is inevitable. Concurrently, Democrats like Sen. Elizabeth Warren have vocalized their discontentment with Musk’s aggressive tactics in office, going as far as to compare his strategies to wielding a “chainsaw.”

As the whispers surrounding Musk’s role continue to grow louder, the political landscape ponders the repercussions of his potential withdrawal from a government advisory role. While the future remains largely speculative, one thing is certain: Musk’s impact on government efficiency won’t soon be forgotten.