Donald Trump’s recent social media silence has fueled speculation that Elon Musk’s influence in U.S. politics may be over.
Elon Musk, once hailed as a pivotal figure in President Donald Trump’s second term, appears to be quietly exiting the political stage.
Elon Musk was known for his close alliance with Trump and his leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Now, he finds himself distanced from political praise and absent from presidential mentions.
Observers have noted that Trump, once a vocal supporter of Musk, has gone silent on the tech billionaire in recent weeks.
Once hailed as Trump’s “outsider,” Musk’s sudden political fade raises doubts about his future relevance.
DOGE leader Musk steps down after political fallout
Musk’s resignation from DOGE, effective at the end of the month, marks a significant shift in his political involvement.
Though never officially a government employee in the traditional sense, Musk held a powerful role under the banner of “special government employee.”
His work with DOGE focused on slashing federal spending. This made him a central and often controversial figure in the Trump administration.
Musk’s influence initially generated enthusiasm but soon reached its limit.
His most notable misstep was failing to sway Wisconsin’s Supreme Court vote.
That setback seems to have triggered a rapid decline in his standing within Trump’s inner circle.
Trump’s prolonged social media silence suggests the end of Elon Musk in the world of politics
A major sign of Musk’s political fall from grace comes from an unexpected place: Trump’s Truth Social feed.
During his presidency, Trump often praised Musk, sometimes several times a week.
He celebrated Musk’s work to reduce government waste and reform Washington. But since April, Trump has not posted a single comment about Musk.
The disappearance has been noted by political analysts, who see it as a deliberate move.
Musk, once Trump’s social media darling, has vanished from the president’s messaging, email fundraising appeals, and speeches.
One GOP strategist anonymously told Politico, “He’s finished. People are over him.”
Wisconsin flop marks turning point for Musk
The decline appears closely tied to Musk’s failed involvement in Wisconsin’s court vote.
The effort, widely viewed as Musk’s attempt to demonstrate his political muscle, backfired.
His efforts to connect, like wearing a cheesehead, were seen as tone-deaf and awkward.
“He’s finished, done, gone. He polls terribly. People hate him,” revealed an anonymous GOP operative to Politico following the Wisconsin incident.
They added : “He’d go to Wisconsin thinking he can buy people’s votes, wear the cheese hat, act like a 9-year-old […] It doesn’t work. It’s offensive to people.”
Critics within the Republican Party saw the Wisconsin blunder as the final straw.
According to insiders, Musk’s behavior, which once seemed quirky and innovative, came off as immature and insincere in a high-stakes political setting.
Tesla troubles may be pushing Musk out
It’s not just politics that may be driving Musk’s retreat. Simultaneously, his company Tesla, is battling significant headwinds.
Falling EV sales, production issues, and stock drops pressure Musk to refocus on his business.
Industry insiders have flagged Tesla’s current position as a “code red” crisis, warning that Musk’s prolonged political detour could cost the company dearly.
Speculation about Musk’s possible CEO ousting, though unlikely, shows investor concerns growing.