If Elon Musk Were Empathetic

Valentino Deng also has roots in Africa, but he exudes the empathy that Musk scorns.

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Democrats must strike a balance between strength and empathy

Elon Musk has expressed contempt for empathy, calling it a fundamental weakness of Western civilization, and has criticized programs such as Social Security and the funding for fresh food for ...
The Hill - 5d
Is Elon Musk rooting for a government shutdown?

In just over 48 hours, the government will partially shut down unless Congress can pass a continuing resolution. New reporting from Wired finds Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency ...
CBS News - Mar. 12
Trump downplays infighting between Elon Musk, Marco Rubio, other officials

President Trump is backing a House Republican plan to avert a government shutdown next week. He also played down reports of in-fighting in his Cabinet with advisor Elon Musk. Nikole Killion has the ...
CBS News - Mar. 8
These 5 Problems at Elon Musk’s Businesses Are Rooted in His DOGE Work

The time and focus Musk has dedicated to slashing federal jobs has sent investors and customers bolting from Tesla stock and cars, adding to other business for the divisive CEO.
Inc. - Mar. 11
Elon Musk and Donald Trump Have Chosen Chaos

Elon Musk secured his choke hold on the mechanics of the federal government weeks ago. Along with Donald Trump, he has already standardized chaos across the US.
Wired - 2d
Trump denies reports of infighting between Cabinet, Elon Musk

President Trump is pushing back against reports of infighting between his Cabinet and Elon Musk. He also appears to be reversing course on tariffs again, with new threats against Canada.
CBS News - Mar. 8
Tesla has a big Elon Musk problem, and Wall Street’s biggest bull is not happy

Wedbush’s Dan Ives says CEO Elon Musk faces a “moment of truth,” and there two major things he has to do to fix the “crisis’ at the EV giant.
MarketWatch - 3d
LinkedIn co-founder has known Elon Musk for years. Here’s what he says Americans don’t understand about the Tesla CEO.

Elon Musk takes a hammer-and-nail approach to everything, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman says.
MarketWatch - Mar. 11
Elon Musk’s Role in Dismantling USAID Likely Violated Constitution, Judge Finds

It appears to be the first time a federal judge has acted to constrain Elon Musk, a top adviser to President Trump. The judge also ordered agency functions be partially restored, though that relief ...
The New York Times - 5d

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