Mark Zuckerberg texted Elon Musk to offer help with DOGE

In February 2025, Mark Zuckerberg texted Elon Musk to offer assistance regarding the now-defunct Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This communication occurred on February 3, shortly after Zuckerberg announced Meta's shift away from content moderation in favor of promoting "free expression." The text message indicated Zuckerberg's approval of Musk's work with DOGE, stating, "Looks like DOGE is making progress." He also mentioned that he had his teams prepared to address any content that doxxed or threatened Musk's team, indicating a willingness to provide further support if needed. The relationship between Musk and Zuckerberg has been complex, marked by a public challenge to a cage match in 2023 that ultimately did not take place. However, by early 2025, their interactions appeared to have improved, coinciding with their alignment with the newly-elected President Donald Trump. The texts exchanged between the two tech leaders were revealed in court documents related to Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman and OpenAI. Additionally, on the same day as Zuckerberg's text, a U.S. Attorney announced intentions to protect DOGE employees from "disgruntled" critics, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the organization. This context underscores the evolving dynamics between Musk and Zuckerberg, as well as the broader implications for DOGE during this period.