Trump chewed gum, texted, and even nodded off at Pope Francisâ funeralâfront row. Blue suit and all. Respectful? Disgusting? The internet is in flames.
How deep are Elon Muskâs ties to the U.S. government? Letâs talk rockets, roadways, and big money. Buckle up.
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1/ SpaceX + NASA (since 2006):
$278M for Falcon 9 & Dragon
$1.6B to resupply the ISS
$4.93B for astronaut missions Your tax dollars, his launchpads.
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2/ SpaceX + the Military:
$82.7M Air Force GPS launch
$316M for satellite launches
$102M Rocket Cargo program
$70M Starshield satellite comms SpaceX isnât just sci-fiâitâs national security.
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3/ Tesla's federal perks:
$465M government loan (2009)
Over $4B in regulatory credit sales
~$4B in EV tax credits for buyers Going green made Tesla a lot of green.
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4/ Ethical flags fly high:
Musk helped vet Air Force Secretary candidates
Co-founded âDOGEâ (Dept. of Government Efficiency) under Trumpâcut spending, sparked controversy
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5/ TL;DR: Elon Musk has been on federal contracts since 2006. Innovation? Yes. Public-private power? Also yes. Now ask yourselfâhow much influence is too much?
đşđ¸ Trump Labels Opponents as 'Communists' Amid Political Tensions
President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric by branding his political adversaries as "communists," a term laden with historical significance in American politics. This move reflects ongoing polarization and the administration's strategy to rally its base.
Wisconsin Judge Suspended Over Controversial ICE Case "A serious shake-up in Wisconsinâs justice systemâa state Supreme Court judge has been suspended after getting caught up in a federal ICE-related controversy. What happened, why it matters, and what this could mean for future casesâweâve got the full scoop."
Over 200,000 Lose Power Near Pittsburgh â Here's What Happened "Massive winds swept through the Pittsburgh area, knocking out power for over 200,000 people. Trees are down, lines are snapped, and crews are working around the clock. We break down how bad it got and when powerâs expected to be restored."
Trump's First 100 DaysâGame Changer or Chaos? "From policies to protests, hereâs what Trumpâs first 100 days in office really looked likeâand how it reshaped the presidency forever. Buckle up."
The Most Complicated Watch Ever Made! "Vacheron Constantin just dropped a wristwatch that's blowing minds across the globeâpacked with insane complications and design mastery. But is it worth the millions?"
Luxury Market: The post-pandemic surge in global luxury sales is expected to slow down this year, with concerns about self-inflicted creativity issues and price hikes. So global luxury sales issues does not sound good.
A new study finds that global luxury sales are flattening due to a creativity crisis and rising prices, signaling potential shifts in the high-end market.
The Met Gala returns on May 5 at New Yorkâs Metropolitan Museum of Art with the theme âSuperfine: Tailoring Black Style.â Expect bold, menswear-inspired looks and a celebration of Black cultural influence in fashion. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. on E! with live interviews and behind-the-scenes exclusives.
Judith Sheppard
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Trump chewed gum, texted, and even nodded off at Pope Francisâ funeralâfront row. Blue suit and all. Respectful? Disgusting? The internet is in flames.
#TrumpAtPopeFuneral #PopeFrancisFuneral #WILD
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How deep are Elon Muskâs ties to the U.S. government?
Letâs talk rockets, roadways, and big money. Buckle up.
---
1/
SpaceX + NASA (since 2006):
$278M for Falcon 9 & Dragon
$1.6B to resupply the ISS
$4.93B for astronaut missions
Your tax dollars, his launchpads.
---
2/
SpaceX + the Military:
$82.7M Air Force GPS launch
$316M for satellite launches
$102M Rocket Cargo program
$70M Starshield satellite comms
SpaceX isnât just sci-fiâitâs national security.
---
3/
Tesla's federal perks:
$465M government loan (2009)
Over $4B in regulatory credit sales
~$4B in EV tax credits for buyers
Going green made Tesla a lot of green.
---
4/
Ethical flags fly high:
Musk helped vet Air Force Secretary candidates
Co-founded âDOGEâ (Dept. of Government Efficiency) under Trumpâcut spending, sparked controversy
---
5/
TL;DR:
Elon Musk has been on federal contracts since 2006.
Innovation? Yes.
Public-private power? Also yes.
Now ask yourselfâhow much influence is too much?
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đşđ¸ Trump Labels Opponents as 'Communists' Amid Political Tensions
President Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric by branding his political adversaries as "communists," a term laden with historical significance in American politics. This move reflects ongoing polarization and the administration's strategy to rally its base.
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Wisconsin Judge Suspended Over Controversial ICE Case
"A serious shake-up in Wisconsinâs justice systemâa state Supreme Court judge has been suspended after getting caught up in a federal ICE-related controversy. What happened, why it matters, and what this could mean for future casesâweâve got the full scoop."
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Over 200,000 Lose Power Near Pittsburgh â Here's What Happened
"Massive winds swept through the Pittsburgh area, knocking out power for over 200,000 people. Trees are down, lines are snapped, and crews are working around the clock. We break down how bad it got and when powerâs expected to be restored."
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Trump's First 100 DaysâGame Changer or Chaos?
"From policies to protests, hereâs what Trumpâs first 100 days in office really looked likeâand how it reshaped the presidency forever. Buckle up."
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The Most Complicated Watch Ever Made!
"Vacheron Constantin just dropped a wristwatch that's blowing minds across the globeâpacked with insane complications and design mastery. But is it worth the millions?"
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Luxury Market:
The post-pandemic surge in global luxury sales is expected to slow down this year, with concerns about self-inflicted creativity issues and price hikes.
So global luxury sales issues does not sound good.
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Bonus:
Global Luxury Sales Plateau
A new study finds that global luxury sales are flattening due to a creativity crisis and rising prices, signaling potential shifts in the high-end market.
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2025 Met Gala Preview
The Met Gala returns on May 5 at New Yorkâs Metropolitan Museum of Art with the theme âSuperfine: Tailoring Black Style.â Expect bold, menswear-inspired looks and a celebration of Black cultural influence in fashion. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. on E! with live interviews and behind-the-scenes exclusives.
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