Elon Musk Exhausted and Ready to Quit His Government Role: 'Everyone Hates Me'

In a stunning turn of events, Elon Musk is reportedly preparing to resign from his government position, fed up with what he perceives as a constant barrage of unethical attacks from the political left. According to The Washington Post, Musk has reached a breaking point in his tenure as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), feeling that the strain of public criticism and internal conflict has become too much to bear.

Sources close to Musk revealed that his frustration stems from the intense and sometimes vicious backlash he's received during his time in the government, which Musk feels is unrelenting and unfair.

Though Musk's departure has not been officially confirmed, and no exact timeline has been provided, speculation has grown in recent weeks. His special government employee status is set to expire at the end of next month, which could signal the end of his brief and tumultuous stint in the government.

While it’s unclear when exactly Musk plans to step down, insiders say that his departure will not diminish his influence on his other ventures. Musk has already established key figures within federal agencies, ensuring that his presence is felt across multiple areas of government work. However, the mood surrounding his exit is decidedly one of exhaustion and disillusionment.

This shift comes amid mounting tensions within the Trump administration, as Musk's role in the government and his actions behind the scenes have drawn the ire of fellow officials. According to reports from The New York Times, there has been growing dissatisfaction with Musk’s approach to government efficiency, especially within the Treasury Department.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, in particular, was upset by Musk’s efforts to install his own preferred candidate as acting commissioner of the IRS, a move that was made without Bessent’s support. This power struggle and Musk's controversial actions have further alienated him from other members of the administration.

Musk’s decision to take a step back from government affairs has been met with mixed reactions from industry analysts. Dan Ives, a prominent analyst with Wedbush Securities, has weighed in on the matter, suggesting that Musk would be better off focusing on his flagship company, Tesla, which is reportedly facing a critical juncture.

Ives believes that Musk’s involvement in government affairs, combined with his focus on the DOGE cryptocurrency, is distracting him from the vital work of steering Tesla through its current challenges.

“I think Musk needs to leave the government, take a major step back from DOGE, and return to being the CEO of Tesla full-time,” Ives said in a report to clients. “Tesla is Musk, and Musk is Tesla... and anyone who believes the brand damage Musk has caused is insignificant should have a conversation with car buyers in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. You’ll see things differently after that discussion.”

The report paints a stark picture of the consequences of Musk’s erratic behavior in recent months, suggesting that Tesla may suffer long-term damage to its brand due to Musk’s involvement in controversial political and business activities. Ives estimates that Tesla could face a permanent loss in demand for its cars, with up to 15 to 20 percent of potential buyers turning away from the brand because of Musk’s antics.

For a company that was once viewed as an innovator in the automotive industry, the idea that Tesla could lose such a significant portion of its customer base is a shocking and ominous prediction.

Internal tensions have also been exacerbated by Musk’s demands on federal employees. According to the Post, Musk ordered that federal employees send weekly reports detailing five things they had accomplished the previous week. This directive, which Musk claimed was necessary for maintaining efficiency within the government, was met with resistance.

Many employees, tired of the constant scrutiny and micromanagement, refused to comply with the order. Some were even disillusioned enough to view the emails as a joke. The Office of Personnel Management stepped in, clarifying that the emails were not mandatory, and failure to send them would not be considered a resignation.

Nonetheless, some agencies continued to enforce the mandate, while others abandoned it entirely.

In light of these developments, speculation surrounding Musk’s future in government has only intensified. Some White House sources have suggested that Musk’s departure may be inevitable, as his influence within the administration continues to dwindle. 

A senior administration official reportedly expressed frustration with Musk, describing him as “the most irritating person” they had ever dealt with, even in the context of working in a politically charged environment.

Musk’s strained relationships with government officials are not limited to his own administration. There have also been signs of tension between Musk and individuals within the broader political sphere.

For instance, Jared Isaacman, a billionaire and SpaceX investor, distanced himself from Musk after a contentious interview regarding their relationship. Isaacman, who had once flown into space on a SpaceX rocket, was clear in his comments during his confirmation hearing as NASA’s administrator, stating that his loyalty was to NASA and not Musk.

“NASA is the customer, and SpaceX is the contractor,” Isaacman remarked, making it clear that Musk’s influence over NASA’s operations was not a given.

Despite Musk’s public narrative of being targeted by left-wing forces, the reality is that many of his issues appear to be rooted within his own camp. As the political infighting continues, Musk’s future in both government and business remains uncertain.

His desire to focus on Tesla, and to distance himself from the political chaos, might signal a turning point in his career, especially as the company faces growing challenges in the marketplace.

For now, it seems that Musk’s government career is winding down. The question remains whether he can return to the world of business and restore his standing in the eyes of investors and customers alike. Only time will tell if his decision to leave government will be seen as a retreat or a strategic move toward rebuilding his legacy.