Reported about 1 month ago
Elon Musk maintains significant influence over the U.S. government, particularly in sectors like space through SpaceX, despite Donald Trump's absence from the political scene. He has been closely scrutinized for his political activities and business ties, especially with over 300 contracts and multiple federal investigations involving his companies. Analysts highlight the potential conflicts of interest that arise from Musk's unique position of overseeing the very regulators he interacts with, which may affect governmental operations regardless of the election outcome.
Source: YAHOO