Elon Musk has reignited a political feud with Senator Elizabeth Warren after accusing her of acting on behalf of Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents. Musk’s comments came amid Warren’s criticism of his role in President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team. Musk stated that the letter Warren wrote questioning his involvement in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was influenced by SBF’s parents, further escalating tensions.
Senator Warren Criticizes Elon Musk Influence on Donald Trump’s Government
Senator Elizabeth Warren penned a letter urging Donald Trump to establish ethical guidelines around Elon Musk’s appointment to Trump’s transition team. Warren expressed concerns about Musk’s growing influence and his leadership role in DOGE. She emphasized that Musk’s vast business interests, including Tesla and SpaceX, could create potential conflicts of interest.
Warren noted that Musk’s companies have received billions in government contracts and are often at odds with federal agencies. She called on Trump’s team to clarify whether Musk would recuse himself from matters involving his businesses and what safeguards are in place to prevent ethical violations.
Senator Warren added,
“Mr. Musk is no ordinary citizen, Musk’s substantial private interests present a massive conflict of interest with the role he has taken on as your ‘unofficial co-president. Currently, the American public has no way of knowing whether the advice that he is whispering to you in secret is good for the country, or merely good for his own bottom line.”
These developments come as the US SEC continues its scrutiny of Elon Musk’s $44 billion acquisition of Twitter. SEC’s extended deadline provides Musk additional time to respond, while the possibility of a Wells Submission looms if compliance is not met.
Tesla CEO Claims Warren’s Criticism Stems From SBF’s Parents
In response to Elizabeth Warren’s accusations, Elon Musk alleged that Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents influenced her letter. He claimed the criticisms against him are politically motivated and part of a broader agenda. Musk’s statements sparked fresh controversy as Bankman-Fried’s legal troubles and political ties remain a focal point in public discourse.
Musk’s accusations add a layer of complexity to the ongoing feud. The Tesla CEO has previously clashed with Warren over various regulatory issues, including Tesla’s labor practices and investigations into Neuralink.
Musk commented,
“The person actually writing these things from Pocahontas are SBF’s parents btw.”
Senator Elizabeth Warren urged Trump to ensure Elon Musk adheres to strict ethics agreements as part of the DOGE initiative.
DOGE Role in the Trump Administration
Elon Musk dismissed the accusations of ethical misconduct, defending his role in Trump’s transition team. Musk asserted that national interests rather than personal gain drive his leadership.
Most recently, the Tesla CEO said that D.O.G.E. would play a crucial role in ending US inflation by eliminating government overspending. Musk emphasized that controlling unnecessary federal expenditures could stabilize prices and reduce inflationary pressures.
Trump also backed Elon Musk, denying any conflict of interest. The President-elect reiterated that Musk’s involvement in DOGE aligns with broader efforts to eliminate government waste.
Despite Warren’s concerns, Trump expressed confidence when asked about the Tesla CEO conflict of interests. Speaking to Time magazine he said,
“I don’t think so, I mean, he’s in a lot of companies, but he really is, and I’ve seen it. He considers this to be his most important project, and he wants to do it.”
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