DOGE: How Elon Musk took control of the system (and why it could cost him 2.37 billion)
Elon Musk, an essential figure in modern capitalism, is the subject of a disturbing evaluation by American senators: his entanglement of public and private interests could avoid him legal sanctions estimated at 2.37 billion euros. The report of the Senatorial Committee on Internal Security denounces an explosive situation, where the richest man in the world is dangerously approached by impunity.
The Senate denounces a “modern oligarchy” piloted by Musk
Published by the Democrat minority of the Permanent Sub-Comeding of Investigations, the report highlights 65 existing or potential legal actions against Musk, involving 11 distinct federal agencies. Among them, the NHTSA (Road Safety) and the FAA (aviation) are in good place, both in direct relation with Tesla and SpaceX.
In detail, Tesla alone could receive fines reaching 1.19 billion euros, especially for misleading communication on its autonomous driving systems. And this is only the tip of the iceberg: the report specifies that this estimate of 2.37 billion euros is “conservative” and does not integrate the surveys stifled by the new Trump administration, the juicy contracts signed thanks to Starlink, nor the fines linked to alleged violations of the law on animal well-being by Neuralink.
Connivance between Musk and political power now crystallizes criticism. Democratic figures, like senator Jeanne Shaheen, claim legislation prohibiting the awards of public contracts to companies held by special government agents. Meanwhile, the White House continues to minimize the case, evoking a hypothetical “challenge” of Musk in the event of a manifest conflict.
The report draws a limpid conclusion: “No individual, as rich or influential as it is, must be placed above the laws. »» In the absence of a quick and coordinated reaction, senators fear that the United States will gently slip towards a form of assumed oligarchy.
Recall that in light of recent information, it is confirmed that Elon Musk plans to Reduce its involvement within the Department of Government Effectiveness (DOGE) from May 2025. This decision took place while Tesla faces a significant drop in sales And that Musk wishes to refocus his efforts on the company.
