No. of Recommendations: 4
What Happened: The FAA awarded SpaceX’s Starlink a contract to modernize its air traffic control communications, despite Elon Musk’s role in gutting agencies, canceling contracts, and purging federal workers—including at the FAA. The contract, which could include 4,000 terminals over 12-18 months, follows Musk’s claim that the FAA’s existing Verizon system “is not working” and endangers travelers.
Why It Matters: Musk’s unelected position in the government while securing lucrative federal contracts for his companies highlights serious ethical concerns and corruption. Watchdogs warn of a “charade” where Musk, as a “special government employee,” avoids financial disclosures while influencing policy in ways that directly benefit his businesses, including future space mining ventures.
Source: CNN
Maybe this could be a good thing, but it is easy to believe this is corrupt. It certainly doesn't look good with Elon having his hands all over the government.
Oh, but as Gator said: "He means well". lol Maybe, but one thing is for sure, he is going to DO quite well.
