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Trump's SpaceX Scrutiny Backfires Amid Vital Contracts

7/21/2025

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Donald Trump's attempt to retaliate against Elon Musk by scrutinizing SpaceX's government contracts has backfired. The Wall Street Journal reports that officials deemed most contracts vital for the Defense Department and NASA, making their termination impractical. This revelation underscores the importance of SpaceX's role in crucial ongoing missions.

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Donald Trump's attempt to retaliate against Elon Musk by scrutinizing SpaceX's government contracts has backfired. The Wall Street Journal reports that officials deemed most contracts vital for the Defense Department and NASA, making their termination impractical. This revelation underscores the importance of SpaceX's role in crucial ongoing missions.