Marko Elez, a staffer at Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, resigned after his racist social media posts advocating eugenics were exposed, sparking debates on the resurgence of such ideologies in modern governance.
Marko Elez, a staffer at Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, resigned after his racist and extremist social media posts were uncovered. His role at the U.S. Treasury Department and the influence of Musk's DOGE in the federal government raise significant ethical concerns.
Elon Musk made a surprise appearance at a campaign rally for Germany’s far-right Alternative for Deutschland (AfD) party, expressing his support and sparking controversy. His remarks on German culture and historical guilt have drawn criticism, highlighting the deep divisions in German society as the election approaches.
President-elect Donald Trump and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk observed the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket on November 19, 2024, marking significant progress and setbacks. Despite the inability to recover the Super Heavy booster with the 'Mechazilla' system, the successful reignition of a Raptor engine in space and a safe splashdown highlight advancements in rapid spacecraft reuse. This event underscored Trump's and Musk's partnership and raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest due to SpaceX's government contracts.
Elon Musk takes on a pivotal role in the incoming Trump administration by co-leading the new Department of Government Efficiency. Tasked alongside Vivek Ramaswamy, the department aims to reduce government bureaucracy and spending. This move follows Musk's substantial support for Trump's campaign. The unconventional department has drawn both optimism and criticism regarding potential benefits to Musk's business ventures and concerns over conflicts of interest.