A major decision made by Elon Musk is sending shockwaves through both the tech world and the United States government. The CEO of Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX has been fully focused since he began his new position as the head of the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

The electric-car maker, the main source of the mercurial billionaire’s wealth, is relying on China to stay profitable as sales sink elsewhere.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Elon Musk's conflicts of interest will be monitored and addressed by the Tesla CEO himself. The theory is likely to be tested as Musk's private companies like Tesla and SpaceX have reportedly been paid billions over the past decade for government work.