Elon Musk

Musk Urges Trump to Scrap Tariffs in Rare Clash Over Economic Policy

Musk Urges Trump to Scrap Tariffs in Rare Clash Over Economic Policy

WASHINGTON, April 8, 2025 — Tesla CEO and tech billionaire Elon Musk directly appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump over the weekend to reverse newly imposed tariffs, according to a report by the Washington Post. Despite his position as a presidential adviser, Musk's request was rebuffed, marking the most visible disagreement between the two since Trump returned to office.The confrontation came after Trump unveiled a sweeping 10% baseline tariff on all imports to the U.S., alongside increased duties targeting several countries. The White House and Musk did not immediately respond to media requests for comment.Musk, speaking virtually at a political…
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EU Plans Billion-Dollar Fine Against Elon Musk’s X for Disinformation, Illegal Content Violations

EU Plans Billion-Dollar Fine Against Elon Musk’s X for Disinformation, Illegal Content Violations

Brussels, April 4, 2025 — European Union regulators are preparing to impose major penalties on Elon Musk’s social media platform X, citing violations of the Digital Services Act (DSA), according to a report by The New York Times. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the penalties could include a hefty fine — possibly exceeding $1 billion — and mandates for significant platform reforms.The EU’s forthcoming action would mark the first enforcement under the DSA, which obliges tech giants to more aggressively moderate illegal content and disinformation. Official announcements are expected this summer. The penalties come amid rising tensions with…
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Elon Musk in $80billion merger in X and XAI

Elon Musk in $80billion merger in X and XAI

National Times, March 30, 2025:  Elon Musk has announced the sale of his social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), to his artificial intelligence company, xAI, in a $33 billion all-stock deal.  Musk stated that this merger aims to combine xAI’s advanced AI capabilities with X’s extensive user base, enhancing user experiences and accelerating human progress. The transaction values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion, with an additional $12 billion in debt, bringing X’s total valuation to $45 billion.  Musk, who acquired Twitter for $44 billion in 2022 and rebranded it as X in 2023, highlighted…
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Trump Signals Limits to Musk’s Role in US Strategic Affairs Over Business Interests in China

Trump Signals Limits to Musk’s Role in US Strategic Affairs Over Business Interests in China

Washington, March 21, 2025 – President Donald Trump hinted at limits to Elon Musk’s involvement in U.S. government strategic matters, citing Musk’s business interests in China as a potential conflict of interest. During an Oval Office meeting on the development of a new fighter jet, Trump addressed reports suggesting that Musk would be briefed on U.S. military strategies, particularly regarding China.Trump, acknowledging Musk’s business dealings in China—where the billionaire operates manufacturing facilities for his Tesla vehicles—indicated that such ties could make Musk susceptible to Chinese influence. “Elon has businesses in China,” Trump remarked, “and he would be susceptible, perhaps, to…
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Mystery Data Scientist Backed by Elon Musk Estimates Over $100 Billion in Government Waste

Mystery Data Scientist Backed by Elon Musk Estimates Over $100 Billion in Government Waste

February 25, 2025 – A data scientist known as "DataRepublican" has claimed that more than $100 billion in taxpayer money is either being stolen or wasted. In an interview with NewsNation's Brian Entin, she shared her findings on alleged government inefficiencies, using artificial intelligence to analyze financial discrepancies. Unmasking Government Waste with AI While keeping her identity secret due to security concerns, DataRepublican explained how she uses AI to uncover fraud, waste, and abuse in government spending. Her work has gained attention on X (formerly Twitter), where billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk frequently shares her findings.Asked to estimate the total taxpayer…
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Over 170,000 Canadians Sign Petition to Revoke Elon Musk’s Citizenship

Over 170,000 Canadians Sign Petition to Revoke Elon Musk’s Citizenship

Ottawa, February 24, 2025 – A Canadian parliamentary petition demanding the revocation of Elon Musk’s citizenship has gained massive traction, with over 170,000 signatures as of Sunday. The petition, initiated by British Columbia author Qualia Reed and sponsored by New Democrat MP Charlie Angus, accuses Musk of engaging in activities that threaten Canada’s national interests due to his advisory role in U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration. Musk’s Role in Trump’s Government Sparks Controversy The controversy stems from Musk’s leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a newly created U.S. advisory body tasked with streamlining federal operations and reducing national…
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Elon Musk Warns of U.S. Bankruptcy, Criticizes Government Spending and Trade Deficit

Elon Musk Warns of U.S. Bankruptcy, Criticizes Government Spending and Trade Deficit

Washington, D.C. (National Times): Tesla CEO Elon Musk has raised concerns over the United States' rising trade deficit and government spending, warning that if corrective measures are not taken, “America will go bankrupt.” In a recent Fox News interview, Musk said that the $2 trillion trade deficit inherited by U.S. President Donald Trump has put the country in a dangerous economic situation. He criticized how taxpayer money is being misused, stating that every American should be “mad as hell” over the reckless spending by the government. Elon Musk on the U.S. Deficit: “It’s Insane” Musk expressed deep concerns about the…
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Trump and Musk Cut Over 9,500 Federal Jobs in Government Restructuring

Trump and Musk Cut Over 9,500 Federal Jobs in Government Restructuring

Washington D.C., February 17, 2025– President Donald Trump and his adviser Elon Musk have fired more than 9,500 federal employees as part of their campaign to reduce U.S. bureaucracy. The move affects workers across key departments, including Interior, Energy, Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Health and Human Services.Mass Layoffs and BuyoutsThe Trump administration confirmed that about 75,000 workers have also accepted buyout packages to voluntarily leave their positions. This accounts for 3% of the 2.3 million-person civilian workforce.Workers impacted include probationary employees with limited employment protections. Among them, nearly 3,400 recent hires at the U.S. Forest Service and 1,000 National Park…
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Elon Musk Leads $97.4 Billion Bid to Acquire OpenAI, Sam Altman Mocks the Offer

Elon Musk Leads $97.4 Billion Bid to Acquire OpenAI, Sam Altman Mocks the Offer

Washington DC, February 11, 2025: A consortium led by Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has made a $97.4 billion bid to acquire OpenAI’s assets, according to The New York Times. The offer, backed by investors including Vy Capital, Musk’s AI company xAI, and Hollywood power broker Ari Emanuel, is seen as Musk’s latest attempt to gain control over the artificial intelligence giant.However, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responded with a mocking rejection. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Altman wrote:"No thank you, but we will buy Twitter for $9.74 billion if you want."The exchange underscores the deep rivalry between Musk and…
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