“Stop Musk, Stop Oligarchy”: Bernie Sanders slams SpaceX CEO over spending $366 mil on Republican Party in US midterm
Summary
Bernie Sanders has slammed Elon Musk over reports that he spent $366 million backing Republicans in the US midterm elections, accusing him of wielding billionaire wealth to influence American politics. Musk also drew attention for alleging that powerful business interests were blocking Starlink’s entry into India’s satellite communications market.
Key Points
- Bernie Sanders accused Elon Musk of using massive personal wealth to shape US politics and called to “stop oligarchy.”
- Reports said Musk has spent hundreds of millions of dollars supporting Republican candidates ahead of the US midterm elections.
- Musk separately alleged that powerful business interests were blocking Starlink in India, while India’s Ministry of Communications said its satellite communications rules are fair and non-discriminatory.
