United States President Donald Trump has indicated that Elon Musk may soon step down from his position at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), though he emphasized that the billionaire CEO is free to remain in the role for as long as he desires.

Trump’s statement follows recent speculation regarding Musk’s tenure at DOGE. While both Musk and the White House have previously denied reports that he planned to leave the position, they also maintained that his involvement with the agency was always intended to be temporary.

The remarks arrive ahead of Tesla Inc.'s quarterly earnings call scheduled for Tuesday. According to a report by Fox Business journalist Charles Gasparino, Musk may use the occasion to formally announce his future intentions regarding DOGE.

Musk, who also leads SpaceX and xAI Corp., has increasingly focused on his business ventures in recent months, prompting questions about how long he will remain in a public service role. His appointment to DOGE was seen as a strategic effort to apply private-sector efficiency to government operations, but it has also sparked debate about the blending of business and politics.

Neither Musk nor Tesla has officially commented on whether the earnings call will include statements about DOGE. However, the timing and Trump’s comments suggest an update may be imminent.

As the public and investors await Tuesday’s earnings release, attention remains fixed on whether Musk will use the moment to outline his path forward — both at Tesla and within the federal agency he currently serves.