As Elon Musk prepares to step back from DOGE, its future is called into question
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Elon Musk, stepping back from his role in the Department of Government Efficiency, made headlines with his request for a joke before addressing reporters. His comments reflected the surreal nature of a tech billionaire in government, particularly regarding DOGE's transformation from a meme coin to a significant player in the U.S. landscape. Musk discussed the negative backlash he's faced, including protests against Tesla, and noted the difficulties of decision-making amid criticism. While he believes progress has been made, he acknowledged the ongoing challenges and legal issues surrounding DOGE's operations in the government environment.
Musk's request for a joke before addressing reporters highlighted the absurdity of his position, laughing at the irony of a meme coin's role in U.S. government.
Elon Musk acknowledged that being relentlessly attacked isn't enjoyable, especially when it affects his company, remarking on the incidents of vandalism against Tesla.
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