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July 23, 2026

Elon Musk Admits Regret Over Political Role and Cuts at USAID

  • Musk expressed regret for becoming overly involved in politics during his time in Trump's administration, stating he got 'carried away'.
  • He defended his role in the Department of Government Efficiency, where he oversaw mass firings and significant budget cuts, claiming zero deaths resulted from cuts to USAID.
  • Musk suggested he would prefer to focus on his business ventures moving forward, distancing himself from political roles.