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SpaceX's Offshore Deals Raise National Security Concerns

3/27/2025

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A ProPublica investigation uncovers troubling practices at SpaceX, revealing that the aerospace giant permits Chinese investors to acquire stakes via offshore accounts, sparking national security alarms. As a Pentagon contractor, SpaceX's past decision to cancel a $50 million deal with a Chinese firm highlights ongoing concerns about foreign ownership and regulatory oversight.

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A ProPublica investigation uncovers troubling practices at SpaceX, revealing that the aerospace giant permits Chinese investors to acquire stakes via offshore accounts, sparking national security alarms. As a Pentagon contractor, SpaceX's past decision to cancel a $50 million deal with a Chinese firm highlights ongoing concerns about foreign ownership and regulatory oversight.