US Maintains SpaceX Contracts After Feud Review

After a public feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, the Trump administration reviewed SpaceX's government contracts, valued at over $20 billion, to assess waste and consider budget cuts. The review, conducted by the Department of Defense, NASA, and the General Services Administration, found most contracts critical to U.S. national security, defense communications, and NASA missions, making them largely indispensable. SpaceX's dominant role in global satellite launches and the lack of competitive alternatives reinforced the necessity of these agreements. While a few contracts remain under scrutiny, the majority were upheld. The review also extended to other Musk-affiliated companies and government contractors, highlighting the government's significant reliance on Musk's enterprises. The episode illustrates the complex interdependence between the U.S. government and Musk's companies amid political tensions.