In a rapidly unfolding development, Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and owner of several high-profile ventures, is reportedly under investigation by the U.S. Defense Department (DoD). The inquiry centers on allegations that Musk violated federal protocols designed to protect state secrets, including undisclosed meetings with foreign leaders—most notably, Russian President Vladimir Putin—since at least 2021. Reports indicate that these suspected breaches have resulted in the Air Force denying Musk high-level access tied to his “top secret” security clearance.
Full report from the NYT ➡️ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/17/technology/elon-musk-spacex-national-security-reporting.html
