As the billionaire resigned as head of the US administration's Department of government Efficiency (DOGE), US President donald trump showered Elon Musk with admiration on Friday. trump called the SpaceX CEO "terrific" and that he would "always be with us" even if it was his last day.
 
Later today, Musk and trump will give a press briefing.

"Elon Musk and I will be holding a press conference at the Oval office tomorrow at 1:30 pm EST (11:00 pm IST)."  Although this will be his last day, he will always remain with us and assist us in every way he can.  Elon is amazing!  Trump posted on Truth Social, "See you at the white house tomorrow."

Musk exited the US administration amid widespread protests, thanking trump for the "opportunity to reduce wasteful spending".

"As my scheduled time as a Special government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President donald trump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending. The DOGE mission will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government," he said.

The billionaire had earlier this week declared that he was returning to "spending 24/7 at work" and sleeping in conference rooms as he returned to the corporate world following his stay in Washington.
 
Musk also criticized Trump's flagship tax package the day before, saying it was too costly and would jeopardize his collaboration with the US DOGE Service.  "A bill may be large or exquisite in appearance.  However, I'm not sure if it can be both.  "My own opinion," he stated.  

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