Elon Musk reportedly criticized the inefficiency of the U.S. government and suggested that artificial intelligence could replace certain public sector roles, according to a source who attended a closed-door session at the Milken Institute’s Global Conference on Sunday.

Speaking with financier Michael Milken, Musk covered a wide range of topics, including developments at his companies Neuralink and SpaceX, Bloomberg reported.

Musk’s remarks come as he nears the end of his role overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—a Trump administration initiative focused on shrinking the federal workforce, slashing costs, and dismantling agencies like the U.S. Agency for International Development.

Despite his involvement in DOGE, Musk has faced growing pressure to turn his attention back to Tesla, where sales have slipped and investor confidence has wavered amid concerns over his multitasking. During a recent earnings call, Musk confirmed he plans to devote more time to Tesla beginning in May.

Now in its 28th year, the Milken Conference convenes in Beverly Hills with global leaders, finance executives, and public figures to discuss economic and societal challenges. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Besant is scheduled to kick off Monday's sessions with a lecture on global capital markets.