Elon Musk's involvement in the U.S. government has led to a significant decline in his wealth, losing $113 billion, or 25%, since January 17. His policies, particularly through DOGE, have faced public backlash, with Tesla's stock dropping 33% and sales plummeting, as 57% of Americans disapprove of his actions in Washington. Despite promises to cut $2 trillion in government waste, only $160 billion has been saved, while Musk's influence has sparked tensions within the Trump administration.