Elon Musk engaged in a reflective session with journalists in the Roosevelt Room, discussing his experiences during his 100 days working with the Trump administration. During this period, Musk occasionally slept in the Lincoln Bedroom and indulged in caramel Häagen-Dazs ice cream. He likened himself to the Buddha, emphasizing the philosophical nature of his journey.
Musk played a central role during the early part of President Donald Trump’s second term, leading efforts to reform the federal bureaucracy and frequently appearing alongside the president. Despite facing criticism and parody, Musk remains influential. As his involvement with the administration diminishes, he reflected on his tenure, expressing surprise at how events unfolded.
He described the intensity of his work, comparing it to running a startup. Musk occasionally stayed overnight in the White House, invited by Trump, and enjoyed presidential perks like late-night ice cream. He highlighted the estimated $160 billion in savings achieved by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), though he acknowledged challenges in cutting funding due to bureaucratic resistance.
Musk plans to reduce his time in Washington, focusing more on his companies while maintaining an office in the West Wing. He believes the reform effort can continue without his direct leadership, possibly throughout Trump’s second term.
— new from The Washington Post