What Next | Daily News and Analysis TBD | So Long, Elon
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Jun 1, 2025 
Kate Conger, a New York Times reporter who co-wrote a book about Elon Musk's Twitter takeover, shares intriguing insights on Musk's surprising exit from Washington and its potential repercussions on his political future and crypto ventures like DOGE. She discusses Musk's shift back to focusing on his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, and reflects on the delicate balance between ambitious tech goals and the limitations posed by government. The conversation highlights privacy concerns related to centralized data initiatives initiated by Musk's colleagues.
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Elon's Naivete in Government
- Elon's initial excitement in government faded as he faced bureaucracy's guardrails and legal roadblocks.
- This revealed his misunderstanding of government constraints versus Silicon Valley-style operations.
Impact of Elon's Cuts May Linger
- Many of Elon's government cuts may be semi-permanent, with certain public health impacts irreversible.
- His approach was to cut deeply, fixing or restoring programs only if they collapsed.
Elon's Political Ties Persist
- Elon remains embedded in the MAGA political sphere with ongoing ties to Trump and affiliates.
- GOP sees value in maintaining ties to him due to his donor status despite controversies.
