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Musk Advocates Privatization of Amtrak and USPS

3/6/2025

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Elon Musk proposed privatizing Amtrak and USPS, criticizing U.S. passenger rail as "embarrassing."
He argued that privatization could foster a "feedback loop for improvement."
President Trump has shown interest in USPS privatization, hinting at possible congressional action.
Musk highlighted the superiority of foreign rail systems, advising international visitors to avoid U.S. rail services.

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Elon Musk proposed privatizing Amtrak and USPS, criticizing U.S. passenger rail as "embarrassing."
He argued that privatization could foster a "feedback loop for improvement."
President Trump has shown interest in USPS privatization, hinting at possible congressional action.
Musk highlighted the superiority of foreign rail systems, advising international visitors to avoid U.S. rail services.