Trump makes rare admission of Musk's conflicts of interest after Pentagon visit
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Donald Trump has indicated that plans for a potential war with China should not be disclosed to Elon Musk, due to Musk’s business interests in the region. This highlights the conflict of interests faced by Musk as he advises the U.S. government while managing his companies, notably Tesla. During a recent visit to the Pentagon, Musk discussed efficiency improvements, but his dual role has raised concerns about the implications for U.S. national security, particularly regarding potential cuts to the Pentagon budget and workforce.
Trump expressed concerns about sharing potential war plans with Elon Musk due to his business interests in China, highlighting a rare admission of conflict of interest.
Musk's visit to the Pentagon focused on savings and efficiencies, which has raised eyebrows regarding his dual role in advising the government and managing his business.
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