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Senators Demand Probe into Musk's Alleged Russian Contacts Over SpaceX National Security Concerns

Nov 15, 2024, 06:03 PM

Two Democratic Senators, Jeanne Shaheen and Jack Reed, have called for an investigation into Elon Musk's reported communications with Russian officials, including President Vladimir Putin. The senators are concerned about potential national security implications due to Musk's involvement in SpaceX, which holds significant Pentagon contracts and defense contracts. They have urged the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Pentagon's inspector general to probe these interactions, especially considering Musk's security clearance. The inquiry aims to assess whether Musk's contacts could compromise U.S. security interests, given his access to sensitive military operations and billions in government contracts.