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Elon Musk's Growing Influence Sparks Controversy in Trump Era

3/23/2025

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Elon Musk's sway in the Trump administration is intensifying, marked by lucrative federal contracts for SpaceX and backing for Tesla, despite ethical dilemmas. His role in the Department of Government Efficiency has triggered widespread layoffs and agency shutdowns. Critics raise alarms over potential conflicts of interest as Musk's ventures thrive on government connections and pro-private space policies.

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Elon Musk's sway in the Trump administration is intensifying, marked by lucrative federal contracts for SpaceX and backing for Tesla, despite ethical dilemmas. His role in the Department of Government Efficiency has triggered widespread layoffs and agency shutdowns. Critics raise alarms over potential conflicts of interest as Musk's ventures thrive on government connections and pro-private space policies.