Trump's Farewell Gift to Elon Musk: A Symbolic End to DOGE's 130-Day Term

The Oval Office witnessed a unique farewell on Friday, May 30th, 2025, as President Donald Trump bid adieu to Elon Musk, who had served 130 days as a special government employee in the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE). The video captures the moment Trump presented Musk with a miniature White House and key, a gesture reflecting Musk's contributions. Musk, in his remarks, emphasized that this wasn't the end of DOGE, but rather the beginning, highlighting its growing influence. 'This is not the end of DOGE, but really the beginning,' Musk stated, expressing confidence in DOGE's future growth and efficiency gains for the government. The event underscores the unconventional collaboration between the two figures and its impact on governmental operations.